Nautel NX100 User manual

NX100 Transmitter
Pre-installation Manual
Document:NHB-NX100-PRE
Issue: 3.2 2017-03-31
Status: Standard

Nautel Limited
10089 Peggy’s Cove Road
Hackett’s Cove, NS Canada B3Z 3J4
Phone: [phone] or
Toll Free: +1.877.6NAUTEL (6628835) (Canada & USA only)
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Nautel Inc.
201 Target Industrial Circle
Bangor, Maine USA 04401
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Customer Service (24 hour support)
+1.877.628.8353 (Canada & USA only)
+1.902.823.5100 (International)
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.nautel.com
The comparisons and other information provided in this document
have been prepared in good faith based on publicly available
information. The reader is encouraged to consult the respective
manufacturer's most recent published data for verification.
© Copyright 2017 NAUTEL. All rights reserved.

NX100 Pre-installation Manual Table of contents
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Contents
Release control record ix
About this manual xi
About Safety xv
Electrical Hazards xv
Lightning Hazards xvi
RF Hazards xvi
Toxic Hazards xvi
Other Hazards xvi
Safety Precautions xvii
Personal Safety xvii
Site Safety xviii
Equipment Safety xx
Declaration of conformity xxiii
Description 1-1
Capabilities 1-1
Options 1-3
Pre-installation tasks 2-1
Preparing for installation 2-1
Selecting a location for the transmitter 2-3
Installing an antenna feedline 2-3

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Physical requirements 3-1
Dimensions 3-1
Clearances 3-2
Weight 3-9
Cooling requirements 4-1
Air flow in the transmitter 4-1
Cooling 4-3
Heating 4-8
Electrical requirements 5-1
Electrical power 5-1
Station reference ground 5-9
RF output requirements 6-1
RF output connector 6-1
Antenna feed cable 6-1
Antenna system 6-4
Planning audio inputs 7-1
Analog inputs 7-1
Digital inputs 7-2
Other considerations 7-3

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Planning control/monitor connections 8-1
AUI control (local and remote) 8-1
External system interlock 8-2
External PDM inhibit 8-4
Remote inputs 8-5
Remote outputs 8-9
Analog outputs 8-12
Web based control 8-13
Parts and tools 9-1
Contacting Nautel 9-1
Parts supplied by Nautel 9-1
Parts not supplied by Nautel 9-2
Parts ordering 9-2
Module replacement program 9-2
Tools for installation 9-3
Pre-installation assistance 10-1
Pre-installation consulting 10-1
Installation and commissioning service 10-1
Online documentation 10-2
On-site support 10-3
Training 10-3
Extended warranties 10-4
List of terms 11-1

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Release control record
Issue Date Reason
3.0 2012-11-01 Release 3 of product (NARA52B)
3.1 2016-02-08 Section 1: Description: added SNMP and Phone
Home options to Remote Control and Monitoring
section.
Section 5: Electrical Requirements: added NOTE
below Table 5.1 to specify line current operating
conditions and inrush current rating.
Section 7, PlanningAudio Inputs: added stereo
broadcast NOTE to “AES/EBU” paragraph; added
DRM Simulcast paragraph to “Other Considerations”
sub-section.
Section 8: Planning Control/Monitor Connections:
added more detail to Web Based Control section,
including SNMP, Nautel Phone Home, etc.
3.2 2017-03-31 Section 3: Updates to cabinet required Clearances
Section 4: Updates to Cooling Requirements, Table
4.1 and 4.2.
Section 5: Updates to Primary Ac Wiring based on
transformer voltage, Table 5.1 through Table 5.3.
Section 8: Added Factory Default settings for
Remote I/O, Table 8.2 and Table 8.4

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About this manual
This manual provides information about preparing for the delivery and installation of an NX100
transmitter. This manual is intended for use by field technicians, site managers, and installation
planners.
Using this manual
Read the task list provided in Section 2, “Pre-installation tasks” on page 2-1. The task list describes
the preparations you must make prior to receiving and installing the NX100 transmitter.
Later sections of the manual provide reference information regarding physical, cooling, electrical, and
antenna requirements.
Technical support
Nautel offers technical support to customers over the Internet and by telephone. Nautel’s customer
support team will answer your questions and work with you to identify and resolve problems.
For 24-hour technical support, call toll free at 1.877.628.8353 (in USA and Canada only) or call
1.902.823.5100 (international) or find us on the Internet at http://www.nautel.com.
For parts and tools information, see “Parts and tools” on page 9-1 of the NX100 Pre-Installation
Manual.
For extended warranty information, see “Pre-installation assistance” on page 10-1 of the
NX100 Pre-Installation Manual.

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NX100 transmitter manuals
The NX100 documentation suite includes the following documents:
NX100 Pre-installation Manual, NX100-PREINST. Provides instructions and reference
information needed when planning and preparing for the installation of an NX100 transmitter.
Nautel Site Protection Manual. Provides detailed information about protecting your site from
lightning-related hazards.
NX100 Installation Manual, NX100-INST. Provides instructions and reference information
needed when installing an NX100 transmitter.
NX100 Operating and Maintenance Manual, NX100-OPS-MAINT. Provides instructions for
operating, maintaining and troubleshooting an NX100 transmitter. It also provides reference
information needed when performing diagnostic procedures.
NX100 Troubleshooting Manual, NX100-TROUBLE. Provides detailed technical information
about the NX100 transmitter, including electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
Nautel website / Online resources
The Nautel website provides useful resources to keep you up to date on your NX100.
Nautel User Group (NUG)
The website includes a special section that customers can log into in order to access the Nautel
customer newsletter, product manuals, frequently asked questions (FAQ), information sheets, quick
guides and information about field upgrades.

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Figure 3.1: Accessing the NUG
Documentation: online and printed
The website’s NUG section provides online access to all the documentation for your NX100.
Documentation is provided in Acrobat (PDF) format. You can use the documentation online or print
the sections that you need.
When using online documents:
• Click on the blue hyperlinks to jump to a related section, or to get additional information
(e.g., view a term’s definition).
• To search a document to find keywords, use Find in Acrobat Reader’s Edit menu.
• To quickly find a specific section, click the section in the PDF file’s Bookmarks list.
TOP BANNER OF NAUTEL’S HOME
www.nautel.com
NUG SIGN-IN

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When using printed documents:
• To find keywords, go to the Index section at the end of the manual.
• To find a specific term, go to the List of Terms section near the end of the manual.

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About Safety
All Nautel transmitters are designed to meet the requirements of EN60215, Safety Requirements for
Radio Transmitters. The philosophy of EN60215 is that the removal of any cover or panel that can
only be opened using a tool is a maintenance activity, and that any person performing a maintenance
activity is expected to be trained for that activity. Under EN60215, it is assumed that trained
personnel will be knowledgeable and will take precautions such as removing all power to the
transmitter before accessing its components.
Electrical Hazards
To remove power from the transmitter, switch off and lock out the ac power. There are three amber
LEDs at the bottom rear of the cabinet that glow to remind anyone who has not turned off the
power that the system is live and serious danger is present.
DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE
Indicates dangerous voltage (in excess of 72 volts), capable of causing a fatal
electrical shock, are present on or near parts bearing this label.
Mount the transmitter ac power disconnect switch/breaker close to the transmitter so that it can be
reached quickly in an emergency. Clearly label the switch/breaker (e.g., EMERGENCY SWITCH).
After turning off the power, always perform a measurement to confirm that the power is off before
touching anything within the transmitter. If the wrong breaker was opened, the equipment will be
live.
Use only a non-contact voltage probe or a safety voltmeter (available from vendors such as Fluke,
Ideal, and Teagam).
WARNING: It is not enough to switch off RF power. The power line is
still connected. Disconnect and lock out the upstream supply before
servicing.
WARNING: Do not use an ordinary multimeter to check for voltage,
since it may have been left inadvertently on the AMP (A) range,
triggering a short and an arc blast that could result in severe
burns and even death.

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Use a proper lockout procedure to ensure that another worker cannot accidentally reapply power
while you are performing maintenance on any part of the transmitter or site.
Lightning Hazards
Before opening the transmitter and touching internal parts, remove and solidly ground the antenna
connection.
RF Hazards
A serious RF hazard and very high voltages exist in the vicinity of the antenna and its networks
during normal operations.
Toxic Hazards
There may be devices used in this equipment that contain beryllium oxide ceramic, which is non-
hazardous during normal device operation and under normal device failure conditions. These devices
are specifically identified with “(BeO)” in the Description column of the Troubleshooting Manual’s
parts list(s).
Do not cut, crush or grind devices because the resulting dust may be hazardous if inhaled.
Unserviceable devices should be disposed of as harmful waste.
Other Hazards
Ensure that appropriate fire alarms and fire extinguishers are available. Extinguishers must be suitable
for use on electrical fires.
Many other site safety risks exist. It is beyond the scope of this manual to identify all the risks and
procedures.
WARNING: It is not enough to ground the antenna terminal with
the antenna still connected. Even a small impedance in the ground
strap will result in lethal voltages during a lightning strike.

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Safety Precautions
This section provides very important information about protecting the safety of personnel and
equipment:
•Personal Safety - see page xvii
•Site Safety - see page xviii
•Equipment Safety - see page xx
Personal Safety
Training
The training of any personnel who will have physical access to the site or the transmitter is very
important. Personnel must be familiar with the transmitter, so that they can avoid physical danger,
and be aware of hazards to themselves and the equipment.
Nautel offers a number of training courses covering the basic fundamentals of RF systems and
transmitters, and the operation and maintenance of the transmitter. For more information about
available courses and schedules, go to the Nautel website at http://www.nautel.com/Training.aspx,
or ask your Nautel sales representative.
Site Orientation
When you give personnel access to the transmitter site (e.g., hiring new personnel, or giving access
keys to personnel), perform a site orientation to ensure that they are familiar with the site, on-site
procedures, and on-site hazards. Cover the following topics:
• Securing the site (locking doors and fences) to prevent unauthorized access
• How and when to call for technical support or emergency assistance
• Areas of the site and pieces of equipment that are off limits

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Voltage Awareness
Ensure that all personnel that are able to access areas with high voltage circuits or high field strengths
are aware of the hazards associated with high voltage. Cover the following topics:
• High voltage or high field strength areas where caution is required
• Physical risks of electric shock
• Risks for personnel with pacemakers or other medical implants
• Induced voltages in high field strength areas
• On-site risks during thunderstorms and lightning strikes
• Operation of safety interlocks (if installed)
First Aid
Nautel does not offer first aid training, since the hazards associated with high voltage and RF energy
are not specific to the transmitter. However, the customer should provide first aid training to all
personnel who have access to the transmitter site. First aid training should include CPR, care of
burns, artificial respiration, and defibrillation if specific equipment is available on-site.
Site Safety
Controlling Access
Transmitters and antennas generate and carry dangerous voltages that can be harmful or fatal. It is
very important that you control access to the site and its equipment. To secure your transmitter site,
use:
• Locking steel or security doors to prevent casual access
• A perimeter fence to keep trespassers away from the antenna system and feedline
• “No Trespassing” signs
• An alarm system

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Marking Hazards
Place warning signs close to any hazardous areas or systems (e.g., the feedline or the antenna system).
Make the signs large enough that they cannot be missed. Provide signage in all languages used in the
region. These signs are intended not only for authorized personnel, but also for emergency
responders or accidental trespassers.
Qualifying Site Personnel
Make sure that personnel who have access to the site are qualified to work around electronics and
high voltage systems.
Ac Power Protection
You should take steps to protect equipment from surges (over-voltage spikes) on the ac power lines.
Surges may occur during thunderstorms, or because of malfunctions in the electrical distribution grid.
Surge suppressors and ac power conditioners can prevent serious damage to your on-site equipment,
including the transmitter.
RF Protection
Transmitters and their antenna systems create intense radio frequency fields at the transmitter site,
particularly near the feedline, antenna and tower. At some sites, these fields may cause biological
effects, including the heating of body tissues. Intense fields can also create dangerous high voltages
on ungrounded, conductive surfaces and objects. At certain points where high voltage conductors
come close to grounded conductors (e.g., at feedline junctions or on the tower), dangerous electrical
arcing or overs can occur. It is very important that you take the following steps to prevent damage to
equipment or personnel due to RF fields:
• Use safety interlocks to de-energize transmitters if personnel open doors or panels accessing
high field areas
• Place warning signs in any locations where high fields can occur
• Train personnel about the short-term and long-term hazards of RF radiation
• Use personal RF monitors to alert personnel when hazardous RF radiation levels are present
• Physically block access to the area around the antenna system, feedline and tower
• Ground all exposed conductive surfaces or objects in high field areas

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The RF connection to the transmitter output can be a serious safety hazard. Connect a 50 test load
during installation and commissioning. It is recommended that a switch be used to automatically
connect the transmitter to the antenna system without human contact with the transmitting
conductors.
Safety Interlocks
The transmitter contains an electrical interlock, which is an external circuit that turns off the RF
output if any of its switches are opened.
Ac Disconnect Switch
Safe operation of the transmitter requires an ac disconnect switch. Lock the ac disconnect switch in
the disconnected (open) position during the installation process.
Equipment Safety
Electrostatic Protection
The transmitter’s systems are very rugged and resistant to damage. However, it is possible for damage
to occur because of high voltage electrostatic discharges during servicing. Train all service personnel
to ground themselves to bleed off any static charge before opening the transmitter or touching any
exposed components. Provide a grounding wand or known ground (e.g., a grounded metal table) that
personnel can use to discharge themselves.
Surge Protection
Surge protection is recommended for your entire site. However, even if you do not use a surge
protector on the service entrance to the site, you should install a surge protector in the transmitter’s
ac power feed to prevent over-voltage from entering the transmitter.
Lightning Protection
The transmitter is designed to resist lightning strike damage. However, intense or repeated strikes
could damage the transmitter. We recommend that you install lightning suppression on the antenna,
tower and feedline to reduce the effect of lightning strikes on the transmitter itself (and to protect the
rest of your site equipment and your personnel). For detailed information about lightning protection,
see the Nautel Site Preparation Manual, available from your Nautel sales agent, or online from the
Nautel website.