EuroTel ETL0W474G User manual

Rev. 004 ETL0W474G
Operating and Technical Manual
Operating and Technical ManualOperating and Technical Manual
Operating and Technical Manual
ETL0W474G
ETL0W474GETL0W474G
ETL0W474G
750 W (RMS) TV / 1800 W ATV
750 W (RMS) TV / 1800 W ATV750 W (RMS) TV / 1800 W ATV
750 W (RMS) TV / 1800 W ATV
UHF B IV-V RF LIQUI -COOLE POWER AMPLIFIER
UHF B IV-V RF LIQUI -COOLE POWER AMPLIFIER UHF B IV-V RF LIQUI -COOLE POWER AMPLIFIER
UHF B IV-V RF LIQUI -COOLE POWER AMPLIFIER
EuroTel S.p.A.
Via Martiri della Libertà, 4
20035 Lissone (MI), Italy
Tel. [phone] – Fax [phone]
E-Mail [email protected] – Web http://www.eurotel.it
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Operating and Technical Manual
Operating and Technical ManualOperating and Technical Manual
Operating and Technical Manual
750 W (RMS) TV / 1800 W ATV
750 W (RMS) TV / 1800 W ATV750 W (RMS) TV / 1800 W ATV
750 W (RMS) TV / 1800 W ATV
UHF B IV-V RF LIQUI -COOLE POWER AMPLIFIER ETL0W474G
UHF B IV-V RF LIQUI -COOLE POWER AMPLIFIER ETL0W474GUHF B IV-V RF LIQUI -COOLE POWER AMPLIFIER ETL0W474G
UHF B IV-V RF LIQUI -COOLE POWER AMPLIFIER ETL0W474G
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section A- GENERAL INFORMATION..............................................................................................5
I - AMEN MENT RECOR SHEET............................................................................................5
II - APPROVAL RECOR SHEET................................................................................................5
Section B- SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...............................................................................................6
1 ) GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................6
2 ) A.C. LINE HAZAR S....................................................................................................6
3 ) R.F. HAZAR S.............................................................................................................7
4 ) FIRE RISK....................................................................................................................7
5 ) HAN LING BERYLLIUM OXI E CERAMICS..................................................................7
6 ) FIRST AI PROCE URES IN CASE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK..............................................7
7 ) EMERGENCY RESUSCITATION: EXPIRE AIR METHO ................................................8
8 ) TREATMENT FOR BURNS.............................................................................................8
Section C- SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...................................9
I - INTRO UCTION................................................................................................................9
II - COMPOSITION OF RF AMPLIFIER SERIES ETL0W474G.......................................................9
III - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................10
1 ) General......................................................................................................................10
2 ) Input Parameters.........................................................................................................10
3 ) Output Parameters......................................................................................................10
4 ) imensions and Weight..............................................................................................10
IV - FUNCTIONAL ESCRIPTION.............................................................................................11
1 ) Theory of operation of UHF RF Amplifier ETL0W474G series.........................................11
Section D- INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INFORMATION.....................................................13
I - INSTALLATION...................................................................................................................13
1 ) Series ETL0W474G R. F. Amplifier: mounting procedure...............................................13
2 ) Other connections.......................................................................................................13
3 ) Series ETL0W474G: front panel controls, displays & connectors ...................................14
4 ) Series ETL0W474G: rear panel connectors...................................................................16
5 ) Enable IN/OUT IN socket..........................................................................................18
6 ) ALARMS OUT socket...................................................................................................18
7 ) SERIAL ATA RS-485 socket........................................................................................19
8 ) SERIAL PORT RS-232 socket.........................................................................................19
9 ) E-LINK SERIAL NETWORK socket..................................................................................19
10 ) ata Communication................................................................................................20
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II - OPERATING PROCE URES.................................................................................................21
1 ) First time operation of series ETL0W474G....................................................................21
2 ) ETL0W474G: changing the M.L.C. Nominal value........................................................22
3 ) RF Amplifier series ETL0W474G: in case of difficulty.....................................................23
III - SERIES ETL0W474G - MULTI-FUNCTION METERING ISPLAY............................................24
1 ) Alphanumeric LC display description.........................................................................24
2 ) First level menu description..........................................................................................25
3 ) Second level menu description.....................................................................................28
4 ) Alarm and Warning Events..........................................................................................32
5 ) Warning LE ..............................................................................................................33
Section E- LAYOUT ASSEMBLY AND CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS.........................................................35
I - MAINFRAME.......................................................................................................................35
1 ) ETL0W474G Layout of R.F. parts of Amplifier...............................................................35
TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS
TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONSTABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS
TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure 1: UHF TV RF Power Amplifier series ETL0W474G, blocks diagram...............................12
Figure 2: Front panel of series ETLW0474G TV RF Amplifier......................................................15
Figure 3: Rear panel of series ETL0W474G TV RF Amplifier........................................................17
Figure 4: Enable socket and connector..........................................................................................18
Figure 5: ALARMS OUT socket........................................................................................................18
Figure 6: Serial DataRS485 in-out socket......................................................................................19
Figure 7: Serial Data Com in-out socket.........................................................................................19
Figure 8: E-LINK SERIAL NETWORK in-out socket.......................................................................19
Figure 9: Example of PC's display for RS-232 connection...........................................................32
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Section A-
Section A-Section A-
Section A-GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATIONGENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
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II - APPROVAL RECORD SHEET
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Section B-
Section B-Section B-
Section B-SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1 )
1 ) 1 )
1 ) GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONSGENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Observe the following safety precautions when handling this unit. This equipment operates with
dangerous voltages and currents.
•All electrical installations and connections are to be carried out only by skilled personnel.
•When outfitting operating rooms as well as setting up and operating electrical equipment follow the
relevant national and international safety instructions and regulation.
•When setting up the rack observe the relevant safety precautions for the prevention of accidents.
These precautions especially relate to: danger of getting crushed when working with loads, danger
of falling off ladders while working, danger of getting hurt or injured when lifting heavy loads.
•Always disconnect power before opening covers or removing any part or module of this amplifier
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 R.F. Power Amplifier is operating,
In any case, but especially when the R.F. Power Amplifier is operating, In any case, but especially when the R.F. Power Amplifier is operating,
In any case, but especially when the R.F. Power Amplifier is operating, do not attempt
do not attemptdo not attempt
do not attempt to remove
to remove to remove
to remove
and then re-insert the rear panel coaxial interconnecting cables of the EXCITER. Although
and then re-insert the rear panel coaxial interconnecting cables of the EXCITER. Although and then re-insert the rear panel coaxial interconnecting cables of the EXCITER. Although
and then re-insert the rear panel coaxial interconnecting cables of the EXCITER. Although
suitable protection circuitry is in place, sudden loss and re-application of R.F. drive causes
suitable protection circuitry is in place, sudden loss and re-application of R.F. drive causes suitable protection circuitry is in place, sudden loss and re-application of R.F. drive causes
suitable protection circuitry is in place, sudden loss and re-application of R.F. drive causes
transients that may damage one or more R.F. amplification stages.
transients that may damage one or more R.F. amplification stages.transients that may damage one or more R.F. amplification stages.
transients that may damage one or more R.F. amplification stages.
2 )
2 ) 2 )
2 ) A.C. LINE HAZAR S
A.C. LINE HAZAR SA.C. LINE HAZAR S
A.C. LINE HAZAR S
Voltage values Vrms > 30V A.C. or V > 60V .C. are potential hazard. Take appropriate measures to
avoid any danger when working with hazardous voltages.
Never work on live parts. It is only permissible to work on live parts under exceptional circumstance and
if special safety precautions have been taken.
Power Supply
Power SupplyPower Supply
Power Supply
Prior to connecting power supply ensure that the A.C. line data on the product matches the data of the
available supply. Fuses or other devices in the supply circuit must guarantee overload and short-circuit
protection.
The user is responsible for correct fuse protection.
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3 ) 3 )
3 ) R.F. HAZAR S
R.F. HAZAR SR.F. HAZAR S
R.F. HAZAR S
In the amplifier, high-energy R.F. circuits are fed through common R.F. connectors (eg N). epending
on the output power, the amplifier outputs are fitted with screw-in R.F. lines or waveguides.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION!
1. Never unscrew R.F. lines when the amplifier is in operation.
2. Never open the module when the amplifier is in operation.
If R.F. lines which are in operation are disconnected, electric arcs may be generated and cause burns
and eye injuries.
3. Never put the amplifier into operation when R.F. lines are open-circuited.
4 )
4 ) 4 )
4 ) FIRE RISK
FIRE RISKFIRE RISK
FIRE RISK
There is a risk of fire presented by any live electrical if there is sufficient energy conversion which is the
case with radio transmitters.
Preventive measures on-site can reduce fire hazards to a large extent and effectively reduce the fire
spreading.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION!
•On installing the transmitter, the user shall ensure that no combustible materials are store ro fitted
beneath or above the cable entry.
Firefighting must be performed only with special equipment (eg breathing apparatus with air bottle) in
order to avoid inhalation of harmful fumes, gases and dust produced by combustion.
5 )
5 ) 5 )
5 ) HAN LING BERYLLIUM OXI E CERAMICS
HAN LING BERYLLIUM OXI E CERAMICSHAN LING BERYLLIUM OXI E CERAMICS
HAN LING BERYLLIUM OXI E CERAMICS
Parts containing BeO ceramics are not a health hazard provided that safety regulations are followed.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION!
Parts made from BeO ceramics shall not be machined, scored, crushed, broken, heated nor
sandblasted. BeO dust passes through all common filtering system including conventional apparatus
filters.
Parts made from BeO ceramics shall not be opened nor destroyed.
6 )
6 ) 6 )
6 ) FIRST AI PROCE URES IN CASE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
FIRST AI PROCE URES IN CASE OF ELECTRIC SHOCKFIRST AI PROCE URES IN CASE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
FIRST AI PROCE URES IN CASE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
O NOT TOUCH THE VICTIM WITH YOUR BARE HAN S UNTIL THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT IS BROKEN.
SWITCH OFF. If this is not possible, PROTECT YOURSELF with RY 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, as directed below.
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7 )
7 ) 7 )
7 ) EMERGENCY RESUSCITATION: EXPIRE AIR METHO
EMERGENCY RESUSCITATION: EXPIRE AIR METHOEMERGENCY RESUSCITATION: EXPIRE AIR METHO
EMERGENCY RESUSCITATION: EXPIRE AIR METHO
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 AN
TILT THE HEA BACK AS FAR AS POSSIBLE. Figures 1 and 2.
One of the following may now happen:
One of the following may now happen:One of the following may now happen:
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 airways are kept clear.
•Breathing may begin, but be NOISY, which means that the airways
are not fully clear. Try to clear the airways.
If there is no sign of breathing:
If there is no sign of breathing:If there is no sign of breathing:
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 (Figure. 3) blow firmly into his mouth.
As you do, his chest will RISE.
•Turn your head away and take another breath, watching for his
chest to FALL (Figure. 4).
•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” colour will
replace the “BLUE” look. This is the time to stop resuscitation. Continue to hold his chin up so to
keep the airways clear.In the case of injuries to the mouth
injuries to the mouth injuries to the mouth
injuries to the mouth, it may be necessary to use mouth-to
mouth-to mouth-to
mouth-to
nose
nose nose
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
ELAY and TO SEN FOR ME ICAL ASSISTANCE IMME IATELY.
8 )
8 ) 8 )
8 ) TREATMENT FOR BURNS
TREATMENT FOR BURNSTREATMENT FOR BURNS
TREATMENT FOR BURNS
If the victim is also suffering from burns, then, without hindrance to resuscitation, observe the following:
•O NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE CLOTHING A HERING TO THE BURNS.
•If possible, alleviate the pain from the burnt part by immersing in cold water.
•If help is available, or as soon as resuscitation is no longer required, the wounds should be covered
with a RY clean dressing.
•Oil and/or grease, in any form, SHOUL NOT be applied. If severely burnt, get the victim to
hospital immediately.
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Section C-
Section C-Section C-
Section C-SYSTEM ESCRIPTION AN TECHNICAL
SYSTEM ESCRIPTION AN TECHNICAL SYSTEM ESCRIPTION AN TECHNICAL
SYSTEM ESCRIPTION AN TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
I -
I - I -
I - INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
•The series ETL0W474G TV RF Amplifier provides linear, class “AB” amplification of RF TV signal in
the standard UHF bands IV & V (470 to 860 MHz).
•ETL0W474G is designed to work both in TV mode and ATV mode.
•Rated RF output power is set to 750 W (rms) for TV mode and 1800 W peak sync for ATV mode.
•The use of high efficiency, high power gain L MOS power transistors allows to obtain highly
efficient amplifier modules as ETL0W474G.
•The ETL0W474G Amplifier is liquid-cooled. A cooling serpentine routed through the heat-sink
optimally cools the power transistors and the switching power supply unit greatly reducing the
temperature of active elements. This involves an efficiently use and a longer lifetime of the system.
•An additional fan is included in the case of ETL0W474G to create an airflow within the case to
dissipate any residual heat.
•ETL0W474G connection to the cooling system is made through quick couplers at the coolant inlet
and outlet.
II -
II - II -
II - COMPOSITION OF RF AMPLIFIER SERIES ETL0W474G
COMPOSITION OF RF AMPLIFIER SERIES ETL0W474G COMPOSITION OF RF AMPLIFIER SERIES ETL0W474G
COMPOSITION OF RF AMPLIFIER SERIES ETL0W474G
•The series ETL0W474G TV R.F. Amplifier consists of one class “AB” driver stage, that feeds four
class “AB” final RF amplifiers combined. Other parts of this Amplifier are: four identical switching
power supply modules for final amplifiers, two identical switching power supply modules for driver
amplifier, a microprocessor controlled metering, alarm and protection module, a directional
coupler. All these parts are assembled into a standard 3 unit 19 inch rack chassis.
•The four R.F. amplifier modules of the output stage are coupled together by means of three
suspended substrate hybrid couplers.
•The R.F. amplifier modules and the switching power supply of the driver are mounted on a heat sink
in the upper part of the cabinet whereas the other switching power supplies are mounted at the
bottom of the cabinet.
•The modules are:
PARTS SUPPLIE IN THE STAN AR CONFIGURATION
PARTS SUPPLIE IN THE STAN AR CONFIGURATIONPARTS SUPPLIE IN THE STAN AR CONFIGURATION
PARTS SUPPLIE IN THE STAN AR CONFIGURATION QTY
QTYQTY
QTY MO EL
MO ELMO EL
MO EL
Class “AB” UHF RF driver Amplifier module 1 MOE267
Class “AB” UHF RF final Amplifier module (4 final Amplifiers) 4 MOE272
Switch Mode Power Supply Unit for driver Amplifiers 2 MOE143-3
Switch Mode Power Supply Unit for final Amplifiers 4 MOE104
Metering, alarm and protection module 1 MOE183-7
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III - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1 )
1 ) 1 )
1 ) General
GeneralGeneral
General
Primary power 57 V Tri-phase ±15%. Frequency: 47 to 60 Hz
Consumption (channel frequency 800 MHz):
ATV 3800 W @ 50% A.P.L. at 1800 W sync peak power.
TV 3700 W @ 820 W power out.
Cooling Liquid
Operating temperature range -5°C to +45°C
Storage temperature range -10 to +70°C
Coolant inlet temperature < 55 °C
2 )
2 ) 2 )
2 ) Input Parameters
Input ParametersInput Parameters
Input Parameters
Input R.F. nominal level TV 0,3 W (rms)
ATV 1 W peak sync
Input impedance 50 Ω, unbalanced
Input return loss < 18 dB
3 )
3 ) 3 )
3 ) Output Parameters
Output ParametersOutput Parameters
Output Parameters
Output frequency range BAN S IV-V: 470-860 MHz
Power gain > 35 dB
Output impedance 50 Ω, unbalanced
Permissible VSWR <1.5
Nominal Output power TV 750 W (rms)
ATV 1800 W peak sync
4 )
4 ) 4 )
4 ) imensions and Weight
imensions and Weightimensions and Weight
imensions and Weight
imensions Standard 19” frame, 435W x 505 x 135H mm
Weight 23 kg
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IV - IV -
IV - FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONFUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
1 )
1 ) 1 )
1 ) Theory of operation of UHF RF Amplifier ETL0W474G series
Theory of operation of UHF RF Amplifier ETL0W474G seriesTheory of operation of UHF RF Amplifier ETL0W474G series
Theory of operation of UHF RF Amplifier ETL0W474G series
•The series ETL0W474G UHF TV RF Amplifier blocks diagram is shown in Figure 1.
•The nominal RF input coming from the external Exciter is pre-amplified by the driver module
MOE267. An electronic attenuator is mounted at the input of the driver amplifier. The MLC signal
coming from Logic & Microprocessor board controls the attenuator, in order to equalize the gain of
the modular amplifiers of the system.
•On module ETL0W474G an ALC control signal manages the output power of the amplifier in order
to keep constant its value. This ALC reference level is set directly on the module via the control
button on the front panel. When the transmitter system has more than one ETL0W474G Amplifier,
the ALC reference is provided by the Supervisor.
•A directional coupler monitors forward input power sent to the final stage. .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, which feed four modules
MOE272. RF output from each module is combined 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, provides .C. samples to the Metering and Protection module.
•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 .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 50% rated power, but service will not be disrupted. In this situation a warning event is
also generated. If two of the power supplies fail, an alarm event is generated. (See also chapter:
Alarm and warning events).
•Should a transistor of the RF driver stage fail in short circuit, one of the fuses of the .C. combiner-
splitter circuit will open, and the amplifier output will drop to approximately 25% rated power.
•The yellow LINE LE , when lit, shows presence of A.C. power mains.
•The green ON AIR LE is on when the Amplifier is operating under normal conditions. When the RF
power output drops below approximately half power (- 3 dB threshold), this LE is extinguished. This
led blinks if the amplifier is enable and ready.
•The red ALARM LE 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 LE 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 LE is normally dark. It turns on to indicate that one or more operating
parameters have risen above the normal limiting values. This LE blinks if some past warnings and
alarms are stored in the EEPROM non volatile memory of the microprocessor. This LE turns off only
if the memory has been cleared.
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Figure 1: UHF TV RF Power Amplifier series ETL0W474G, blocks di gr m
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Section -Section -
Section -INSTALLATION AN OPERATING
INSTALLATION AN OPERATING INSTALLATION AN OPERATING
INSTALLATION AN OPERATING
INFORMATION
INFORMATIONINFORMATION
INFORMATION
I -
I - I -
I - INSTALLATION
INSTALLATIONINSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
The series ETL0W474G TV RF Amplifier is assembled in a 3U drawer that can be mounted in a 19 inch
standard rack.
1 )
1 ) 1 )
1 ) Series
Series Series
Series ETL0W474G R. F. Amplifier: mounting procedure
ETL0W474G R. F. Amplifier: mounting procedureETL0W474G R. F. Amplifier: mounting procedure
ETL0W474G R. F. Amplifier: mounting procedure
•Connect hoses of the hydraulic circuit to non-spill coupling of the amplifier. Pay attention to pipes
Pay attention to pipes Pay attention to pipes
Pay attention to pipes
connection of the cooling system to the inlet/outlet connectors of the amplifier. Inlet and outlet
connection of the cooling system to the inlet/outlet connectors of the amplifier. Inlet and outlet connection of the cooling system to the inlet/outlet connectors of the amplifier. Inlet and outlet
connection of the cooling system to the inlet/outlet connectors of the amplifier. Inlet and outlet
connections of the coolant must NOT be interchanged (refer to Figure 3).
connections of the coolant must NOT be interchanged (refer to Figure 3). connections of the coolant must NOT be interchanged (refer to Figure 3).
connections of the coolant must NOT be interchanged (refer to Figure 3).
•Connect the 7-16 type coaxial RF plug from the output power adder to the R.F. OUTPUT socket of
the Power Amplifier. Connect a 50 Ω coaxial cable, “N” type male connector from the Input power
divider gain and phase equalizer to the RF INPUT socket of the Power Amplifier.
•Connect the 9-pin socket type “ ”, between the E-LINK SERIAL NETWORK socket of the Power
Amplifier and the other Power Amplifier.
•Connect the 5 pin IN male cable, between the ENABLE IN/OUT IN socket of the Power Amplifier
and the Exciter.
•Connect the 57 V A.C. plug into the A.C. socket located on the rear panel of the Power Amplifier.
2 )
2 ) 2 )
2 ) Other connections
Other connectionsOther connections
Other connections
•The series ETL0W474G 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 and RS-485 interface.
•To wire the relay contacts to external circuits, see the following chapters: ALARMS OUT socket. Note
that contacts are rated 48 V .C. @ 0.1A maximum.
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3 ) 3 )
3 ) S
SS
Series
eries eries
eries ETL0W474G: front panel controls, displays & connectors
ETL0W474G: front panel controls, displays & connectors ETL0W474G: front panel controls, displays & connectors
ETL0W474G: front panel controls, displays & connectors
The front panel of the series ETL0W474G TV RF AMPLIFIER is shown in Figure 2. The controls, displays
and connectors on the front panel are as follows:
FRONT PANEL
FRONT PANELFRONT PANEL
FRONT PANEL ICON
ICONICON
ICON ITEM
ITEMITEM
ITEM ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
SIGNALS &
SIGNALS & SIGNALS &
SIGNALS &
CONNECTIONS
CONNECTIONSCONNECTIONS
CONNECTIONS
1 RF MONITOR BNC socket. Provides a monitoring sample of the RF
output.
2 SERIAL PORT RS232 Type “ ”, 9-pin socket. Makes RF Amplifier parameter
data available for display on an external PC or
monitoring system.
(RS-232 format)
PUSHBUTTONS
PUSHBUTTONSPUSHBUTTONS
PUSHBUTTONS
3
SELECT Controls the menu levels and is menu driven, as
explained in detail in the “MENU ESCRIPTION”
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 ESCRIPTION”
following.
ISPLAYS and LE ’s
ISPLAYS and LE ’sISPLAYS and LE ’s
ISPLAYS and LE ’s 4 MULTIFUNCTION
METERING ISPLAY
Two row, 16-character alphanumeric display. Shows
levels of: RF output power, supply voltage, supply current
and heat-sink temperature. It also shows warning
conditions, alarm conditions and other information.
5
A.C. POWER LE (YELLOW) Shows presence of mains voltage.
ON AIR LE (GREEN) Indicates that the RF Amplifier is operating normally and
RF output is within specified limits.
ALARM LE (RE ) When lit, this LE indicates that one alarm has occurred.
In this condition the Metering, alarm and Protection
module immediately disables the amplifier.
V.S.W.R. ALARM LE (RE ) This indicator shows that the reflected RF power alarm has
been triggered. As soon as it turns on, the power supply is
disabled.
WARNING LE (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 2: Front p nel of series ETLW0474G TV RF Amplifier
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4 ) 4 )
4 ) Series
Series Series
Series ETL0W474G: rear panel connectors
ETL0W474G: rear panel connectorsETL0W474G: rear panel connectors
ETL0W474G: rear panel connectors
The rear panel of the series ETL0W474G TV RF AMPLIFIER is shown in Figure 3. The connectors on the
rear panel are as follows:
REAR PANEL
REAR PANELREAR PANEL
REAR PANEL ICON
ICONICON
ICON ITEM
ITEMITEM
ITEM ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
SIGNALS AN EXTERNAL
SIGNALS AN EXTERNAL SIGNALS AN EXTERNAL
SIGNALS AN EXTERNAL
CONNECTIONS
CONNECTIONSCONNECTIONS
CONNECTIONS
1 RF INPUT RF input, type N socket.
2 RF OUTPUT RF output, type 7-16 socket.
3 ENABLE IN/OUT IN type socket. Receives the ENABLE voltage from
the Exciter and sends a REA Y signal to the Exciter.
4 ALARMS OUT Type “ ”, 25-pin socket. Provides contacts from the
“Low RF output power” alarm relay and the
“Reflected RF power alarm” relay.
5 E-LINK Type “ ”, 9-pin socket, to be connected to the
Supervisor. This link is used to implement a
communication between the Amplifier and the
Supervisor.
6 SERIAL ATA
IN/OUT RS-485
Type “ ”, 9-pin socket. Makes RF Amplifier
parameter data available for display on an external
PC or monitoring system.
(RS-485 format)
7 Non-spill coupling Inlet/outlet liquid coolant.
A.C. POWER INPUT
A.C. POWER INPUTA.C. POWER INPUT
A.C. POWER INPUT 8 LINE INPUT A.C. mains socket.
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5 )
5 ) 5 )
5 ) Enable IN/OUT IN socket
Enable IN/OUT IN socketEnable IN/OUT IN socket
Enable IN/OUT IN socket
Figure 4: En ble socket nd connector
This socket is used:
•To enable the Amplifier with an external command.
•To co-ordinate the operation of the RF Amplifier with an external Exciter, by means of an inter-
connection cable.
•PIN 1
PIN 1PIN 1
PIN 1: +15 V enable to RF Amplifier from external Exciter.
•PIN 2
PIN 2PIN 2
PIN 2: Ground.
•PIN 3
PIN 3PIN 3
PIN 3: +10 V (nominal) enable output (“REA Y”) signal to external Exciter.
6 )
6 ) 6 )
6 ) ALARMS OUT socket
ALARMS OUT socketALARMS OUT socket
ALARMS OUT socket
This is a 25 pin IN type socket, which may be used to make external connections as shown in following
Table.
T ble 1: Connections to ALARMS OUT socket
Figure 5: ALARMS OUT socket
PIN
PINPIN
PIN 25 PIN IN SOCKET
25 PIN IN SOCKET25 PIN IN SOCKET
25 PIN IN SOCKET
1
11
1Configurable alarm. Contact closed in alarm
condition.
2
22
2Configurable alarm. Common contact.
3
33
3Configurable alarm. Contact open in alarm condition.
4-5-6-7-8-9-10-
4-5-6-7-8-9-10-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-
4-5-6-7-8-9-10-
11-12-13
11-12-1311-12-13
11-12-13 Not connected.
14
1414
14 Configurable alarm. Contact closed in alarm
condition.
15
1515
15 Configurable alarm. Common contact.
16
1616
16 Configurable alarm. Contact open in alarm condition.
17-18-19-20-
17-18-19-20-17-18-19-20-
17-18-19-20-
21-22-23-24-25
21-22-23-24-2521-22-23-24-25
21-22-23-24-25 Not connected.
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7 )
7 ) 7 )
7 ) SERIAL ATA RS-485 socket
SERIAL ATA RS-485 socketSERIAL ATA RS-485 socket
SERIAL ATA RS-485 socket
T ble 2: Connections to SERIAL DATA RS485 socket
Figure 6: Seri l D t RS485 in-out socket
PIN
PINPIN
PIN ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
1
11
1 TX ata +
2
22
2 TX ata -
3
33
3 RX ata -
4
44
4 RX ata +
5
55
5 Ground.
6
66
6 Not connected.
7
77
7 Not connected.
8
88
8 Not connected.
9
99
9 Not connected.
8 )
8 ) 8 )
8 ) SERIAL PORT RS-232 socket
SERIAL PORT RS-232 socketSERIAL PORT RS-232 socket
SERIAL PORT RS-232 socket
T ble 3: Connections to SERIAL DATA RS232 socket
Figure 7: Seri l D t Com in-out socket
PIN
PINPIN
PIN ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
1
11
1 Not connected.
2
22
2 TX out
3
33
3 RX in
4
44
4 RX c.er
5
55
5 Ground.
6
66
6 Not connected.
7
77
7 Not connected.
8
88
8 TX c.er
9
99
9 Not connected.
9 )
9 ) 9 )
9 ) E-LINK SERIAL NETWORK socket
E-LINK SERIAL NETWORK socketE-LINK SERIAL NETWORK socket
E-LINK SERIAL NETWORK socket
T ble 4: Connections to E-LINK SERIAL NETWORK socket
Figure 8: E-LINK SERIAL NETWORK in-out socket
PIN
PINPIN
PIN ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
1
11
1 Not connected.
2
22
2 CAN low
3
33
3 GN
4
44
4 Not connected.
5
55
5 Shield
6
66
6 Not connected.
7
77
7 CAN high
8
88
8 Not connected.
9
99
9 Not connected.
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10 ) 10 )
10 ) ata Communication
ata Communicationata Communication
ata Communication
•A serial CAN port E-LINK network interconnection among power amplifiers.
•A serial port is available as output interface in RS-232 standard.
•A serial port is available as output interface in RS-485 standard.
•The Technical information manual for the installation and operation of the interface is available
from EuroTel to EuroTel Customers on request.
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