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SECTION 2
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
PLANNING AND SITE PREPARATION
2.1 Transmitter sites for Nautel's FM10 -
10 000 watt FM broadcast transmitters should be
prepared to receive the transmitter prior to its
delivery and/or installation. The following must be
taken into consideration when preparing new sites.
They should be used as the evaluating criteria at
existing sites. It is recommended that all
requirements be incorporated to ensure optimum
reliability and performance is obtained.
NOTE
Frequent reference is made to terminal boards on
the control/monitor PWB (A14). Refer to figure
MD-2 as an aid in locating the control/monitor
PWB. Refer to the control/monitor PWB's service
instruction manual for its assembly detail.
2.1.1 TRANSMITTER ROOM
REQUIREMENTS: The following transmitter
room requirements must be addressed when the
transmitter site is being finalized.
2.1.1.1 Transmitter Dimensions: Refer to figure
MD-15 for transmitter dimensions. These
dimensions identify floor space requirements and will
assist in determining cable lengths and routing.
2.1.1.2 Transmitter Clearances: A clearance of
at least four feet should be maintained at the front
and rear of the transmitter. Access to the transmitter
sides is not required for normal maintenance.
2.1.1.3 Air Flushing: There are two air circulation
systems in the transmitter. One system circulates air
through the power supply compartment while the
other circulates air in the RF power module section.
The exhaust air of both systems is combined and
flushed out through an opening in the top of the
transmitter.
2.1.1.3.1 Fans in each RF power module draw
cooling air through two large filters in the upper rear
of the transmitter; circulate it through the modules
and exhaust it as a low velocity stream through
openings in the module front panels.
2.1.1.3.2 Fans in the power supply draw cooling air
through two large filters in the lower rear of the
transmitter, into the power supply compartment and
circulate it through the rectifier assemblies and power
supply modules. This air exhausts at the top front of
the compartment, up the cabinet sides to the opening
in the top of the transmitter.
2.1.1.3.3 A room air exchange rate of 1100 CFM
should achieve an acceptable intake/exhaust
temperature rise. If ducting is used, the static
pressure in the exhaust duct must be slightly
negative, while the static pressure at the rear of the
transmitter must be neutral or slightly positive.
2.1.1.4 Cooling: The transmitter room's ambient
air temperature must not exceed 50C. For air
conditioning requirements, it can be assumed a
nominal 35 percent of the power being consumed,
from the AC power source, is converted to waste
heat.
NOTE
The worst case waste heat is from a transmitter with
a carrier frequency of 107.9MHz that is producing
11,000 watts of RF output power. The waste heat
from this configuration is a nominal 6300 watts.
Conversion to British thermal units (BTU's) is
accomplished by multiplying the waste heat wattage
by 3.413. In the example given the transmitter is
contributing 21,500 BTU's of waste heat to the
transmitter room.
2.1.1.5 Heating: The transmitter room must
contain a heating system that will ensure its ambient
air temperature does not drop below 0C.
2.1.1.6 Work Area: It is recommended that a
suitable work area with an adequate table surface be
provided adjacent to the transmitter to permit bench
adjustment/repair of modules.
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2.1.2 LIGHTNING PROTECTION:
Extremely high voltage/current transients are
produced when a lightning strike occurs. These
transients, which are probably the most significant
hazard to any solid state transmitter, may be passed
to the transmitter through the wiring connecting it to
its power source and its antenna system. It is
imperative that all practical precautions be taken to
protect the transmitter from this phenomenon. Refer
to the Lightning Protection section of Nautels
Recommendations for Transmitter Site Preparation
booklet for specific protection techniques. The
following requirements are considered to be essential.
2.1.2.1 Station Reference Ground: The site must
contain a station reference ground, as defined in the
Lightning Protection section of Nautels
Recommendations for Transmitter Site Preparation
booklet. This ground must provide a continuous, low
impedance path to the earth. The transmitter
cabinet's designated reference ground point, the shield
of the coaxial feed cable and the ground connection
of the power source's surge protection devices must
be connected directly to the station reference ground.
2.1.2.2 AC Power Source: All conductors from
the AC power source should be protected by
bi-directional surge protection devices that are
connected between each conductor and the station
reference ground. A surge protector panel, that
contains suitably rated varistors is available from
Nautel for this purpose. If used, the surge protector
panel should be installed in close proximity to the
station reference ground.
NOTE
The AC power source usually presents the lowest
impedance path to ground potential and will
normally carry most of the lightning induced current
away from the transmitter site.
When lightning hits the power source, a significant
amount of induced current may flow towards the
transmitter. In this instance, the objective is to
route the current around the transmitter, instead of
through it, to the best ground available.
2.1.2.3 Antenna Feed Cable: The shield of the
antenna feed coaxial cable should be connected
directly to the station reference ground where it enters
the building. The centre conductor and the shield of
the feed cable should pass through a ferrite toroid
positioned between the shield ground at the building
entrance and the shield termination at the transmitter
reference ground. This toroid is transparent to the
RF signal, but will present impedance to transients
originating in the antenna.
2.1.2.4 Antenna Tower: The antenna tower is the
most likely target for lightning strikes. It is
imperative that it contain lightning protection devices
as the first line of defense against lightning strikes.
For towers which are grounded at their base, it is
recommended that a coaxial, gas-type spark gap be
installed where the coax enters the transmitter
building.
2.1.2.5 External Control/Monitor Wiring: All
external control/monitoring wiring, that may be
subjected to lightning induced transients, should be
interfaced to the station reference ground by surge
protection devices where they enter the building. In
addition, all conductors and their shields should pass
through a ferrite toroid which is positioned between
its surge protection device and the transmitter. This
toroid will be transparent to control/monitor signals,
but will present an impedance to lightning induced
transients.
2.1.3 ELECTRICAL POWER: The
transmitter is configured during manufacture to
operate from one of a variety of 50/60Hz three phase
ac power sources. The option selected is specified by
the purchaser. Refer to table 1-1 for an itemized
listing of standard voltage options. The AC power
source must meet all of the following requirements:
2.1.3.1 Nominal Voltage: The primary winding
of the main AC power transformer contains tap
options to accommodate voltages that differ from the
ideal voltage of the power source. There are five tap
options on the three-phase power transformers (5%
increments). The appropriate tap is selected during
installation to provide the optimum nominal voltage
for the transmitter.
2.1.3.2 Voltage Stability: The AC power source's
nominal voltage must be stable to within plus and
minus ten percent under all loading conditions. The
transmitter contains circuitry that maintains the RF
output at the preset carrier level for voltage
variations within this range.
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2.1.3.3 Power Consumption: When operating at
11 000 watts RF output, power consumption is a
nominal 17.9kVA. It is recommended the ac power
source have a 25% over capacity (minimum rating of
23kVA) to ensure adequate regulation.
2.1.3.4 External Switching: It is recommended
that all voltage carrying conductors from the AC
power source be controlled by an external switching
box that is located in close proximity to the
transmitter. This switch box should be clearly
marked TRANSMITTER EMERGENCY ON/OFF
SWITCH.
2.1.4 ANTENNA SYSTEM: The antenna
system must present an impedance of 50 j0 ohms at
the carrier frequency. Circuitry within the
transmitter will begin to reduce the forward power
when the reflected power level reaches 440 watts
(1.5:1 VSWR relative to 11 000 watts forward
power). This will prevent damage to the transmitter
from high VSWR loads.
2.1.4.1 RF Feed Cable: The feed cable
interconnecting the transmitter and the antenna
system should be a suitably rated coaxial cable. The
transmitter's RF output is configured to accept a
non-gas type 3-1/8 inch EIA flange (male)
connection. The RF feed cable's transmitter end must
be terminated by the appropriate male inner
connector (bullet) which is not provided with the
transmitter.
2.1.5 RF DRIVE SOURCE: An exciter that
provides a frequency modulated RF drive in the 87.5
to 107.9MHz frequency band, at a nominal of 20
watts, into a 50-ohm load is required. A 19-inch
opening in the cabinet can be requested which will
accommodate Nautel's NE50 exciter. All other
exciters must be mounted externally. The exciter's
RF output cable (W39) is provided with the
transmitter. Any additional cabling required by an
external installation is not provided. The exciter
should contain an external on/off interlock or RF
mute capability. A set of form C contacts is provided
by the transmitter, at TB1 of the control/monitor
PWB (A14), as the exciter interlock/RF mute control.
If the exciter has an automatic level control (ALC)
circuit, it should be enabled, if possible.
2.1.6 SAFETY INTERLOCK: The external
safety interlock circuit is connected between TB1-11
and TB1-12 on the control/monitor PWB (A14). It
must present a short circuit (low impedance) between
the terminals when the interlock circuit is intact and it
is safe to enable the RF output. It must present an
open circuit when any interlock switch has been
activated and the RF output is required to be
inhibited. Any number of serial interlock switches
may be installed.
NOTE
The RF output will be restored, at an exponential
rate, over a 250 millisecond period, after the
integrity of the external interlock has been restored.
2.1.7 REMOTE CONTROL CIRCUITS:
See figure 2-1. The on/off status of the transmitter's
RF power stage, RF power level control, and the
protection reset functions can be controlled from a
remote location, using switching circuits that comply
with the following:
NOTE
Remote control inputs have influence on transmitter
operation only when set to REMOTE. The external
control lines are interfaced with the transmitter
through opto-couplers located on the control/
monitor PWB (A14). A control input is activated
when +24V is present across its (+)/(-) inputs.
2.1.7.1 RF On Control: This remote control
circuit must be the equivalent of a single pole,
momentary contact switch. The switch must be in
the 'closed' position when pressed and return to the
'open' position when released. The switch must be
connected such that, when activated, +24V is
connected between the RF ON (+) (TB1-3) and RF ON
(-) (TB1-4) inputs. The operation of this remote
control will cause the transmitter to turn on.
2.1.7.2 RF Off Control: This remote control
circuit must be the equivalent of a single pole,
momentary contact switch. The switch must be in
the 'closed' position when pressed and return to the
'open' position when released. The switch must be
connected such that, when activated, +24V is
connected between the RF OFF (+) (TB1-1) and RF
OFF (-) (TB1-2) inputs. The operation of this remote
control will cause the transmitter to turn off.
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2.1.7.3 Protection Reset: This remote control
circuit must be the equivalent of a single pole,
momentary contact switch. The switch must be in
the 'closed' position when pressed and return to the
'open' position when released. The switch must be
connected such that, when activated, +24V is
connected between the PROTECTION RESET (+)
(TB1-5) and PROTECTION RESET (-) (TB1-6)
inputs. The operation of this remote control will
cause the RF power protection circuits to be reset,
allowing the RF output to be restored (if possible),
after a fault has caused the transmitter to be inhibited
indefinitely.
2.1.7.4 Power Increase: This remote circuit must
be the equivalent of a single pole, momentary contact
switch. The switch must be in the 'closed' position
when pressed and return to the 'open' position when
released. The switch must be connected such that,
when activated, +24V is connected between the
POWER INCREASE (+) (TB1-7) and POWER
INCREASE (-) (TB1-8) inputs. The operation of this
remote control will cause the RF output power to be
increased.
2.1.7.5 Power Decrease: This remote circuit must
be the equivalent of a single pole, momentary contact
switch. The switch must be in the 'closed' position
when pressed and return to the 'open' position when
released. The switch must be connected such that,
when activated, +24V is connected across the
POWER DECREASE (+) (TB1-9) and POWER
DECREASE (-) (TB1-10) inputs. The operation of
this remote control will cause the RF output power to
be decreased.
2.1.7.6 Low Power Select: This remote circuit
must be the equivalent of a single pole single throw
switch. The switch must be connected such that,
when activated, ground potential is applied to LOW
PWR SELECT (TB1-18) input. The operation of the
remote control will cause the RF output to be set to
the level adjusted for low power operation.
NOTE
A 24V supply is available at TB2-15 of the
control/monitor PWB (A14). The (+) terminal of
each control input may be connected to TB2-15,
which will allow activation of the input by
momentarily connecting the appropriate (-) terminal
to ground.
2.1.8 EXCITER INTERLOCK: Protection
circuitry within the transmitter will operate the
exciter interlock relay in an attempt to mute the
exciter's RF output when the exciter forward power is
excessive or when the transmitter is turned off. Refer
to exciter service manual and determine the required
contact arrangement, noting that:
- If a closed contact (normally open) is required
to mute the exciter's RF output, connect the
exciter interlock wires between TB1-13 (N/O)
and TB1-15 (COM) of the control/monitor
PWB (A14).
- If an open contact (normally closed) is required
to mute the exciter's RF output, connect the
exciter interlock wires between TB1-14 (N/C)
and TB1-15 (COM) of the control/monitor
PWB (A14).
2.1.9 RF PERFORMANCE MONITORING:
Forward power, reflected power and a sample of the
RF output are available for external monitoring.
2.1.9.1 Forward Power Level: A buffered DC
voltage that is representative of the forward power
level is available at the FWD PWR SAMPLE
terminal (TB2-12) of the control/monitor PWB (14).
This voltage varies according to the square root of
the forward power level and will be 12.6 0.6 volts
DC at 11 000 watts. A ground terminal is provided
at TB2-13 as a sample reference.
2.1.9.2 Reflected Power Level: A buffered DC
voltage that is representative of the reflected power
level is available at the REFLD PWR SAMPLE
terminal (TB2-14) of the control/monitor PWB
(A14). This voltage varies according to the square
root of the reflected power level and will be 7.1 0.4
volts DC at 440 watts. A ground terminal is
provided at TB2-13 as a sample reference.
2.1.9.3 RF Output Sample: A -44 2 dB sample
of the RF output (RF Monitor) is available at RF
MONITOR BNC coaxial connector J2. This output is
normally applied to a station modulation monitor, but
may be connected to an oscilloscope during
maintenance. The RF Monitor output will be a
nominal 4.7 volts RMS, into a 50 ohm load, when the
RF output power level is 11 000 watts.
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2.1.9.4 Exciter Power Sample: A DC voltage,
representative of the exciter forward power level, is
available at the EXCTR PWR SAMPLE terminal (TB2-
16) of the control/monitor PWB (A14). This voltage
varies according to the square root of the exciter
forward power level and will be 6.0 0.5 volts DC at
20 watts. The voltage source has an output
impedance of 100K ohms.
2.1.9.5 DC Input Current Level: A buffered DC
voltage that is representative of the TOTAL current
level is available at the TOTAL CUR SAMPLE terminal
(TB1-17) of the control/monitor PWB (A14). This
voltage varies linearly with the TOTAL current and
will be a nominal 2.00 volts DC at 200 amperes
current (10mV/amp).
2.1.9.6 DC Input Voltage Level: A buffered DC
voltage that is representative of the B+ volts level is
available at the B+ VOLTS SAMPLE terminal
(TB1-16) of the control/monitor PWB (A14). This
voltage varies linearly with the B+ VOLTS and will be
a nominal 0.5 volts DC at 70 volts (7.1mV/V). The
voltage source has an output impedance of 27.1K
ohms.
2.1.10 REMOTE ALARM INDICATIONS:
Outputs that indicate stress thresholds for critical
parameters have been exceeded are available on
terminals of the control/monitor PWB (A14). Each
output (except LOW BATTERY alarm) has a
Darlington transistor that provides an open collector
when inactive (no alarm) and a current-sink-to-
ground when an alarm condition exists. Each
monitoring circuit must present impedance, between
the switching transistor and a positive DC voltage
source, that results in a current flow of 40
milliamperes or less. Each circuit's positive voltage
source must not exceed 28 V. Alarm outputs are
protected against transients and/or over voltage by a
33 volt zener diode.
NOTE
In most cases the RF output is inhibited when an
alarm condition is sensed. When the cause of the
alarm has been removed, the RF output will be
restored, at an exponential rate, over a 250
millisecond period. However, some protection
circuits will require activation of the PROTECT
RESET control before the RF output is restored.
2.1.10.1 IPA/RF Fail Alarm: The IPA/RF Fail
Alarm output is applied to the IPA/RF FAIL ALARM
terminal TB2-1 of the control/monitor PWB (A14).
During normal operation, the output is an open
collector. When the IPA module's RF drive input is
not satisfactory due to an exciter fault; or the RF
output of the IPA (intermediate RF) falls below 80%
of its normal level due to an IPA PA failure or an
IPA power supply fault; or the IPA output has an
excessive SWR due to faulty connections/ cabling;
IPA/RF FAIL ALARM will switch to a current-sink-to-
ground. The RF output will be inhibited.
NOTE
Other alarm conditions which cause the RF output
of the transmitter to be inhibited will also activate
the IPA/RF FAIL ALARM.
2.1.10.2 PA/Module Fail Alarm: The
PA/Module Fail Alarm output is applied to the
PA/MOD FAIL ALARM terminal TB2-2 of the
control/monitor PWB (A14). During normal
operation, the output is an open collector. When the
PA Volts current in any RF power module falls more
than 17% (nominally) below the average module
current, possibly due to a PA failure; or excessive
temperature is sensed within an RF power module
due to a fan failure or air blockage; or a low RF drive
level is detected at the input of an RF power module
due to faulty connections/cabling, the PA/MOD FAIL
ALARM output will switch to a current-sink-to-
ground. The RF output will be reduced.
2.1.10.3 High Reflected Power Alarm: The High
Refld Pwr Alarm output is applied to the HIGH
REFLD PWR ALARM terminal TB2-3 of the control/
monitor PWB. During normal operation, the output
is an open collector. When the reflected power
exceeds 100 watts (1.4:1 SWR relative to 11 000
watts of RF output), due to antenna icing or faulty
RF feed cabling, the HIGH REFLD PWR ALARM
output will switch to a current-sink-to-ground. When
the reflected power exceeds 440 watts, the RF output
forward power will be gradually reduced by the
transmitter's reflected power monitoring circuitry.
The RF output will be inhibited if the forward power
is reduced below 1500 watts or the peak reflected
power exceeds 1220 watts (2:1 SWR relative to
11 000 watts of RF output).
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2.1.10.4 AC Power Alarm: The AC Alarm output
is applied to the AC PWR ALARM terminal TB2-4 of
the control/monitor PWB (A14). During normal
operation, the output is an open collector. When the
AC power source voltage goes more than 15% above
or 15% below the ideal voltage for the power
transformer's selected primary winding taps, or one
of the three AC input phases is lost, the AC PWR
ALARM output will switch to a current-sink-to-
ground. The RF output will be inhibited.
2.1.10.5 High Temperature Alarm: The High
Temp Alarm output is applied to the HIGH TEMP
ALARM terminal TB2-5 of the control/monitor PWB
(A14). During normal operation, the output is an
open collector. When sensors detect excessive
temperature in an RF power module, IPA module or
power supply rectifier, the HIGH TEMP ALARM
output will switch to a current-sink-to-ground. The
following will cause a High Temp Alarm.
- Temperature of either three-phase rectifier
assembly exceeds 90C. The transmitter's RF
output will be inhibited.
- Temperature in the IPA module exceeds 73C.
The RF output will not be affected.
- Temperature in an RF power amplifier module
exceeds 85C. The affected module will be
switched off, reducing the RF output.
2.1.10.6 PA Volts/Combiner Alarm: The PA
Volts/Combiner Alarm output is applied to the PA
VDC/CMBR ALARM terminal TB2-6 of the control/
monitor PWB (A14). During normal operation, the
output is an open collector. When the PA voltage
applied from the switching power supplies to the RF
power modules exceeds 55 VDC or the forward
power is too low for the level of PA voltage applied
to the RF power modules, the PA VDC/CMBR ALARM
output switches to a current-sink-to-ground. The RF
output is inhibited. Other alarm conditions which
cause a switching power supply to be inhibited, such
as excessive switching power supply temperature or
low PA volts, will activate the PA Volts/Combiner
alarm.
2.1.10.7 Interlock Open Alarm: The Interlock
Open Alarm output is applied to INTLK OPEN
ALARM terminal TB2-7 of the control/monitor PWB
(A14). When the interlock circuit is intact (short
circuit) the output is an open collector. When the
interlock is open the INTLK OPEN ALARM output
switches to a current-sink-to-ground. The RF output
will be inhibited.
2.1.10.8 Fan Fail Alarm: The Fan Fail Alarm
output is applied to FAN FAIL ALARM terminal TB2-8
of the control/monitor PWB (A14). When the four
fans located in the power supply compartment and
the two fans on the lower, rear panel are functioning
normally, the output is an open collector. If one or
more of the fans should fail, the Fan Fail Alarm
output switches to a current-sink-to-ground. The RF
output will not be affected.
2.1.10.9 Low Battery Alarm: The Low Battery
Alarm output is applied to LOW BATTERY ALARM
terminal TB2-17 of the control/monitor PWB (A14).
When the backup battery voltage drops below 4.2V,
the Low Battery Alarm output switches to a current
sink-to-ground. The RF output is not affected. The
Low Battery Alarm output is an open collector when
the battery voltage is acceptable.
2.1.11 REMOTE STATUS INDICATIONS:
External monitoring outputs that indicate the status
of operator controlled circuits are available at
terminals of TB2 on the control/monitor PWB (A14).
All status outputs, except REMOTE STATUS, employ
a Darlington transistor. Each output provides an
open collector when inactive and a current-sink-to-
ground when active. Each external monitoring circuit
must present an impedance, between the transistor
and a positive DC voltage source, that will result in a
current flow of 40mA or less. The voltage source
must not exceed 28V. Each output is protected
against transients and/or over voltage by a 33 volt
zener diode.
2.1.11.1 Remote Status: The Remote Status
output is applied to REMOTE STATUS terminal
TB2-11 of the control/monitor PWB (A14). When
the control/monitor panel's CONTROL switch is set to
LOCAL, this output is an open circuit (open relay
contacts) and the remote control functions have no
influence on the transmitter's on/off status or the
protection/alarm reset functions. When the
CONTROL switch is set to REMOTE, the REMOTE
STATUS output is a connected to ground. The
transmitter's on/off status and the protection/alarm
reset functions can be controlled remotely.
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2.1.11.2 RF On Status: The RF On Status output
is applied to RF ON STATUS terminal TB2-9 of the
control/monitor PWB (A14). When the external
interlock is open or a local or remote RF OFF has
been initiated, this output is an open collector. When
the interlock circuit is intact and a local or remote RF
ON has been initiated, the RF ON STATUS output is a
current-sink-to-ground.
2.1.11.3 Transmitter Ready Status: The XMTR
Ready Status output is applied to XMTR READY
terminal TB2-10 of the control/monitor PWB (A14).
When the AC/DC power supply is not producing a
regulated +5V (no unregulated 24 V) and the control
functions are not operable, this output is open
collector. When the AC/DC power supply is
producing a regulated +5V, and control functions are
operable (locally or remotely as appropriate), the
XMTR READY output is a current sink to ground.
2.1.12 PARTS SUPPLIED BY NAUTEL: The
following parts/materials are supplied by or are
available from Nautel.
2.1.12.1 Parts Removed During Disassembly For
Shipment: All the parts that were removed during
disassembly for shipment and are required to
reassemble the transmitter are provided. An itemized
listing of the parts is not provided in this manual, as
the extent of disassembly is determined by the method
of shipment. Detailed packing lists will be included
with each transmitter shipment.
2.1.12.2 Ancillary Parts: An ancillary parts kit is
provided with each transmitter. These parts are
provided to ensure initial installation is not delayed
because of a lost or damaged part and to allow the
user to maintain the equipment until a comprehensive
maintenance spares kit is obtained. They are not
intended to be long term maintenance spares.
Detailed information about these parts is not included
in this manual. The ancillary parts kit contents is
itemized in its packing list.
2.1.13 PARTS REQUIRED BUT NOT
SUPPLIED BY NAUTEL: Some parts and
materials required to complete an installation are not
supplied with the transmitter or are not provided by
Nautel. The user must supply these parts. Each
installation will dictate the parts required, and will
normally include the following:
- A suitable 50-ohm RF output coaxial cable,
terminated by a 3 1/8 inch EIA connector, with
inner conductor, at the transmitter end.
- All external control/monitor wiring, including
their associated terminating devices and
conduit/conduit clamps.
- All electrical power cables, including conduit,
terminating devices and conduit clamps.
2.1.13.1 Surge Protector Panel: A surge protector
panel, that is rated for the AC power source to be
applied to the transmitter, is available from Nautel.
The surge protector panel will help protect the
transmitter against lightning induced voltage
transients on the AC power source.
2.1.14 TEST EQUIPMENT AND SPECIAL
TOOLS: The test equipment required to install and
maintain the transmitter is listed in table 1-2 and the
special tools are listed in table 1-3.
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NON-TECHNICAL PRE-COMMISSIONING
2.2 On delivery of the transmitter, the
following non-technical procedures should be
observed and completed.
NOTE
Non-technical procedures are defined as being those
procedures that do not require technical knowledge
of transmitter circuits or their operation to
complete.
2.2.1 ACCEPTANCE OF SHIPMENT: All
shipments should be inspected for transit damage
prior to acceptance.
Sufficient manpower or mechanical assistance
should be on hand when removing the transmitter
cabinet from its packing crate. The crate may
weigh in excess of 250 kilograms (550 pounds)
2.2.2 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS: The
unpacking instructions are dictated by method of
packaging for shipment. Transmitters not shipped by
electronic equipment moving specialists may be
packed in wooden crates, with the number of crates
determined by the extent of disassembly for shipment.
Instructions accompany any crate that requires
special unpacking information. Packing lists provide
detailed listings of shipment contents.
NOTE
The transmitter will be partially disassembled for
shipment. As a minimum, the intermediate power
amplifier (IPA) module, the RF power modules and
the power transformer assembly will be removed.
The extent of any additional disassembly will be
dictated by the shipping method, site information
provided by the user and the handling equipment of
the mover.
2.2.3 ASSEMBLY/INSTALLATION: The
following paragraphs provide step-by-step assembly
instructions for the FM10 transmitter, which is
partially disassembled for shipment.
NOTE
Partially disassembled transmitters should be
placed in their final location prior to completing
assembly.
2.2.4 INSTALLATION OF EXTERNAL
CONTROL/MONITOR WIRING: Connect
wiring originating from the remote control/monitoring
devices to terminating points on control/monitor
PWB A14, as follows:
NOTE
Remote control and remote monitor wiring
terminate on the control/monitor PWB (A14). Refer
to figure MD-2 as an aid to locating the control/
monitor PWB and to its service instruction manual
as an aid in locating terminal blocks TB1/TB2. The
terminal blocks will accept wire sizes #14 through
#24.
The user must punch out an appropriate sized cable
entry hole where the control/monitor cables enter
the cabinet. The preferred entry point is the top left-
hand side of the cabinet. Refer to figure MD-15 to
determine the recommended cable entry location.
(a) Punch or verify a cable entry hole for the
control/monitor wiring has been punched in the
cabinet at the desired cable entry point.
(b) Obtain four 38mm ferrite toroids (LXP38)
from the ancillary parts kit.
(c) Route control and monitor wires; through cable
entry hole determined in step (a), to the vicinity
of the control/monitor PWB (A14).
(d) Pass all control/monitor wires, including their
shields, through two ferrite toroids. The wiring
to TB1 should pass through one pair of toroids
and the wire to TB2 should pass through the
other pair. If practical, the wires should pass
through a minimum of two times (two turns).
(e) Using figure 2-1 as a guide, determine the
specific destination of each wire.
(f) Cut each wire to the required length and remove
approximately 3/8" of insulation from the end
of each conductor.
(g) Insert the control/monitor wiring into the
terminals of the control/monitor PWB (A14)'s
TB1 and TB2, as identified in figure 2-1.
Ensure their securing screws are firmly
tightened.
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NOTE
DC return for remote alarm/status monitoring
circuit's DC power source should be obtained from
TB2-18.DC return for the forward/reflected power
monitoring circuits should be obtained from TB2-
13. Refer to paragraph 2.1.8 to install exciter
interlock wiring.
2.2.5. INSTALLATION OF AC
POWER SUPPLY ASSEMBLY: Install the AC
power supply (A1) in the cabinet's power supply
compartment, noting it consists of the power
transformer and two B+ Volts chokes, as follows:
(a) Disconnect the lower, rear panel from the back
of the cabinet, noting there is a 2 AWG black
wire connected to it and swing it off to one side.
Ensure painted surfaces are protected and the
wiring is not damaged.
NOTE
It may be necessary to disconnect the four 22 AWG
wires (#99, 100, 101 and 102) from TB2 when
removing the lower, rear panel.
(b) Open the power supply control panel and
secure it in a manner that will prevent it from
obstructing access to the interior of the cabinet.
(c) Remove the power supply air blocker, noting it
prevents frontal access to the rear power supply
compartment. Remove the two screws securing
it to the IPA power supply cover at the bottom
and the two screws securing it to the horizontal
air blocker at the top. Then, carefully remove
the air blocker. Retain all hardware.
(d) Locate an unidentified black 2 AWG jumper
wire that will be attached to the power
transformer's ground stud, noting it is located
adjacent to the safety ground stud at the rear of
the cabinet.
(e) Locate three black 2 AWG wires (#305, 306
and 307) that will be attached to the power
transformer (A1T1), noting they are tyrapped
together at the left-hand side of the power
supply compartment, when viewed from rear.
Remove shipping tyraps.
(f) Locate two black 2 AWG wires (#314 and 318)
that will be attached to B+ volts choke A1L1, noting
they are tyrapped together at the right-hand side of
the power supply compartment when viewed from
rear. Remove shipping tyraps.
(g) Locate two black 2 AWG wires (#315 and 319)
that will be attached to B+ volts choke A1L2,
noting they are tyrapped together at the left-
hand side of the power supply compartment,
when viewed from rear. Remove shipping
tyraps.
(h) Locate six black 6 AWG wires (#308, 309,
310, 311, 312 and 313) that will be attached to
the power transformer (A1T1), noting they are
tyrapped together in the back of the power
supply compartment, when viewed from rear.
Remove shipping tyraps.
(i) Locate connector P15 that will be attached to
J1 of the power supply, noting it has been
secured to the wiring harness at the right-hand
side of the power supply compartment, when
viewed from the rear. Remove shipping tyraps.
The power supply weighs approximately 200
kilograms (441 pounds). Sufficient manpower or
mechanical assistance should be available, to
prevent injury to personnel or damage to the
equipment.
(j) Position the power supply at the rear of the
transmitter with its power transformer's
primary terminals (H1, H2 and H3) facing
away from the cabinet.
(k) Remove the bolts securing the power supply to
its shipping pallet.
(l) Note the four 3/8-16 x 1 bolts, flat washers and
split washers that are threaded into the
transformer mounting holes in the cabinet
bottom. Remove these bolts and retain.
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NOTE
It is recommended a six-foot long 2 x 4 board be
used, in conjunction with the lifting bracket mounted
on top of the power supply, as an aid in lifting the
power supply into the transmitter.
(m) Temporarily remove P33 from J1 of power
supply module A9 in the front of the
transmitter, noting it prevents access to the
power supply's lifting bracket when connected.
(n) Using extreme care to avoid damage to wiring
and/or assemblies, place the power supply in
the transmitter and align its base with the
mounting holes on the bottom of the cabinet
(the transformer's primary terminals should be
facing the rear).
NOTE
Since the wires located in step (h) are difficult to
access, it may be necessary to connect them to the
appropriate terminals of the power transformer (see
table 2-1) before aligning the power transformer
with the cabinet's mounting holes.
(o) Secure the power transformer to the cabinet
using the four 3/8-16 x 1 bolts and associated
flat and split washers removed in step (l).
(p) Connect the wiring located in steps (d) thru (h)
to the appropriate terminals of the power
transformer (A1T1) as identified in table 2-1.
(q) Plug connector P15, located in step (i), into J1
of the power supply.
(r) Plug connector P33, removed in step (m), into
J1 of switching power supply A9 in the front of
the transmitter.
(s) Replace the power supply air blocker using the
hardware retained in step (c).
Do not operate the transmitter with the power
supply air blocker removed.
Table 2-1 Power Transformer Wire Connections
A1 WIRE WIRE WIRE SOURCE
TERM # SIZE COLOUR
T1-H1 305 2 BLK A4CB1A-LOAD
T1-H2 306 2 BLK A4CB1B-LOAD
T1-H3 307 2 BLK A4CB1C-LOAD
T1-X1 308 6 BLK A2A1U1-AC
T1-X2 309 6 BLK A2A1U2-AC
T1-X3 310 6 BLK A2A1U3-AC
T1-Y1 311 6 BLK A3A1U1-AC
T1-Y2 312 6 BLK A3A1U2-AC
T1-Y3 313 6 BLK A3A1U3-AC
L1-2 314 2 BLK A2A1 (+)
L2-1 315 2 BLK A3A1 (+)
L1-1 318 2 BLK A4E1
L2-2 319 2 BLK A4E2
T1-Gnd - 2 BLK Ground
(t) Do not install the lower, rear panel at this time.
Access to the TB1 in the power supply
compartment is required when installing the ac
power source wiring as detailed in paragraph
2.2.6.
NOTE
The lower, rear panel, when it is installed, prevents
unintentional access to the power supply
compartment, which contains exposed ac voltages.
If the correct primary winding tap connections for
the power transformer have not been chosen in step
(p), the panel will also have to be removed during
the technical pre-commissioning procedures
described in the transmitter's technical manual.
2.2.6 INSTALLATION OF AC POWER
SOURCE WIRING: Connect the wiring from the
AC power source to the appropriate terminals of
terminal block TB1, noting it is located at the lower,
rear, left-hand side of the cabinet.
(a) Verify a suitable cable entry hole (punched in
the top or existing in the bottom) is available
for the ac power source wiring at the desired
cable entry point.
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Table 2-2 Three-Phase AC Power Connection
TB1-1 LINE
TB1-2 LINE
TB1-3 LINE
TB1-5 GROUND
NOTE
If top-entry is desired, the user must punch an
appropriate sized cable entry hole in the top of the
cabinet. Figure MD-15 identifies the preferred top-
entry location. It is recommended the wiring be
installed in a metal conduit and the conduit be
rigidly attached to the cabinet at the entry hole.
If bottom-entry is desired (when the wiring is in a
floor mounted trench or the transmitter is sitting on
a pedestal), two knock-outs which are located at the
rear of the cabinet, are available for cable entry.
(b) Obtain two 72mm ferrite toroids (LY30) from
the ancillary parts kit.
(c) Route the AC power source wires through the
selected cable entry hole to the vicinity of the
AC power terminal block (TB1). Refer to
figure MD-2 to determine its location.
(d) Pass all AC power source wires, including the
ground wire, through the ferrite toroids
obtained in step (b). If practical, wires should
pass through a minimum of two times (two
turns).
(e) Using table 2-2 as a guide, determine the
destination of each wire.
(f) Cut each wire to the required length and remove
approximately 1.9cm (0.75 inches) of
insulation from the end of each conductor.
(g) Connect the wiring to the terminals of TB1 as
tabulated in table 2-2. Ensure securing screws
are firmly tightened.
NOTE
Selection of the power transformer's primary
winding taps is completed during the technical pre-
commissioning procedures (paragraph 2.3).
2.2.7 IPA/RF POWER MODULE
INSTALLATION: Install the IPA and RF power
modules as follows:
(a) Remove the upper, rear panel, noting there is a
safety ground wire connected to it.
Temporarily remove this wire to allow panel
removal.
(b) Locate and remove a plastic bag containing the
RF power/IPA module retaining hardware,
noting it should be fastened to a cable anchored
to the rear of an RF power module's support
tray.
(c) Locate the wiring (three coaxial cables, a cable
terminated by a 5-contact connector and a cable
terminated by a 1-contact connector) that will
be connected to the IPA module, noting the
three coaxial cables (W37, W38 and W40) are
located in the ancillary kit and the 5-contact
and 1-contact connectors are secured to the rear
of the IPA module's support tray.
(d) Locate the wiring (seven coaxial cables, a
cable terminated by a 5-contact connector, and
a cable terminated by a 3-contact connector)
that will be connected to each RF power
module, noting the seven coaxial cables are
located in the ancillary kit and the 5-contact
and 3-contact connectors are secured to the rear
of the associated RF power module's support
tray.
(e) Locate the 36 coaxial connectors that will be
connected to the RF combiner/final filter,
noting they are part of the coaxial cables
located in step (d).
(f) Locate the 8 coaxial connectors that will be
connected to the intermediate RF drive splitter,
noting they are part of the coaxial cables
located in steps (c) and (d).
(g) Open the control/monitor panel and secure it in
a manner that will prevent it from obstructing
access to the RF power module support trays.
(h) Open blank panel immediately beneath the
control/monitor panel and secure it in a manner
that will prevent it from obstructing access to
IPA/RF power module support trays.
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(i) Install the six RF power modules (A18 thru
A23) in the appropriate support trays (see
figure MD-1). Ensure retaining studs of each
module pass thru the holes in the rear of its
support tray.
(j) Install the IPA module (A17) in its support tray
(see figure MD-1). Ensure its retaining studs -
pass thru the holes in the rear of its support
tray.
NOTE
Flat washers and combination hex nut/star washers
required to secure the modules to their support tray
are in the plastic bag located in step (b).
(k) Secure the IPA and RF power modules to their
support trays by installing and firmly tightening
a #10 flat washer and combination 10-32 hex
nut/star washer to the retaining stud protruding
through each support tray.
RF power module retaining hardware provides the
DC return path for the PA VDC power source.
Ensure the retaining hardware is firmly tightened.
(l) Complete the electrical interconnection of the
IPA and RF power modules by mating the
connectors that terminate the coaxial cables and
wiring that were located in steps (c) and (d) as
tabulated in table 2-3.
NOTE
Remove all plastic cap-plugs from BNC connectors.
(m) Complete the electrical interconnection of the
RF combiner/final filter by mating the
connectors that terminate coaxial cables located
in step (e) as tabulated in table 2-3.
(n) Complete the electrical interconnection of the
intermediate RF drive splitter by mating the
connectors that terminate coaxial cables located
in step (f) as tabulated in table 2-3.
(o) Do not install the upper, rear panel at this time.
Access to the rear of the IPA module is
required to connect the RF drive from the
exciter. If the exciter is located in the cabinet,
access is also required to complete its
installation.
Table 2-3 Module Connector Mating Information
RF POWER CABLE DESTINATION
MODULE
IPA A17J1 W37P1 W37P2 A15J7
IPA A17J2 W38P1 W38P2 A15J8
IPA A17J3 P41 - -
IPA A17J4 P4 - -
IPA A17J5 W40P2 W40P1 A16J2
A A18J1 W1P1 W1P2 A24J1
A A18J2 W2P1 W2P2 A24J2
A A18J3 W3P1 W3P2 A24J3
A A18J4 W4P1 W4P2 A24J4
A A18J5 W5P1 W5P2 A24J5
A A18J6 W6P1 W6P2 A24J6
A A18J7 P35 - -
A A18J8 P5 - -
A A18J9 W41P2 W41P1 A15J1
B A19J1 W7P1 W7P2 A24J7
B A19J2 W8P1 W8P2 A24J8
B A19J3 W9P1 W9P2 A24J9
B A19J4 W10P1 W10P2 A24J10
B A19J5 W11P1 W11P2 A24J11
B A19J6 W12P1 W12P2 A24J12
B A19J7 P36 - -
B A19J8 P6 - -
B A19J9 W42P2 W42P1 A15J2
C A20J1 W13P1 W13P2 A24J13
C A20J2 W14P1 W14P2 A24J14
C A20J3 W15P1 W15P2 A24J15
C A20J4 W16P1 W16P2 A24J16
C A20J5 W17P1 W17P2 A24J17
C A20J6 W18P1 W18P2 A24J18
C A20J7 P37 - -
C A20J8 P7 - -
C A20J9 W43P2 W43P1 A15J3
D A21J1 W19P1 W19P2 A24J19
D A21J2 W20P1 W20P2 A24J20
D A21J3 W21P1 W21P2 A24J21
D A21J4 W22P1 W22P2 A24J22
D A21J5 W23P1 W23P2 A24J23
D A21J6 W24P1 W24P2 A24J24
D A21J7 P38 - -
D A21J8 P8 - -
D A21J9 W44P2 W44P1 A15J4
E A22J1 W25P1 W25P2 A24J25
E A22J2 W26P1 W26P2 A24J26
E A22J3 W27P1 W27P2 A24J27
E A22J4 W28P1 W28P2 A24J28
E A22J5 W29P1 W29P2 A24J29
E A22J6 W30P1 W30P2 A24J30
E A22J7 P39 - -
E A22J8 P9 - -
E A22J9 W45P2 W45P1 A15J5
F A23J1 W31P1 W31P2 A24J31
F A23J2 W32P1 W32P2 A24J32
F A23J3 W33P1 W33P2 A24J33
F A23J4 W34P1 W34P2 A24J34
F A23J5 W35P1 W35P2 A24J35
F A23J6 W36P1 W36P2 A24J36
F A23J7 P40 - -
F A23J8 P10 - -
F A23J9 W46P2 W46P1 A15J6
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2.2.8 EXCITER INSTALLATION: Install the
exciter (internally or externally) and connect its
interconnecting electrical wiring as follows:
(a) Verify the exciter has been subjected to a
functional test, it has been set to generate the
desired carrier frequency (c), and it is fully
operational.
2.2.8.1 Internally Mounted Nautel Exciter:
When the transmitter has been configured to
accommodate the internal installation of a Nautel FM
digital exciter, install it as follows:
NOTE
An exciter mounting kit must be installed in the
space identified as being reserved for internal
exciter mounting in figure MD-1. Unless otherwise
specified in contract documents, this kit will be
installed when a Nautel exciter is to be utilized as
the RF drive source.
The blank panel depicted in figure MD-1
(immediately under the hinged access panel) will not
be installed when an exciter mounting kit is
installed.
The AC voltage applied to the EXCITER AC ONLY
receptacle (J 1) is dependent on the RMS voltage of
the transmitter's 3 AC power source. I t will be
115 VAC RMS when the phase-to-phase voltage of
the power source is 208 VAC or it will be 230 VAC
RMS when the phase-to-phase voltage is 380/415
VAC. Prior to plugging the exciter's AC power
cord into the EXCITER AC ONLY receptacle, verify
the exciter is configured to operate from the
available voltage. Failure to observe this
precaution may result in damage to the exciter.
(a) Verify the exciter's AC input voltage selection
card is oriented to select the AC voltage
available at the EXCITER AC ONLY receptacle.
NOTE
Nautel exciters have provision to operate from 115
VAC or 230 VAC by changing the orientation of a
voltage selection card in their line filters.
(b) Install the exciter in the exciter mounting
drawer slides, noting it is installed from the
front of the cabinet.
(c) Plug the exciter's AC power cord into the
EXCITER AC ONLY receptacle, noting it is
located on the rear panel immediately below the
'E' RF power module.
(d) Obtain the six foot RF coaxial cable that is
terminated by BNC connectors labelled
W39P1/W39P2 from the ancillary parts kit and
install it between the RF output connector of
the exciter and the EXCITER I/P connector (J1)
of the IPA input power probe. The IPA input
power probe is mounted on the interior side
panel which is immediately behind the IPA
module (see figure MD-2).
(e) Locate shielded wire #400, which is tied back
near the rear of the exciter and connect it
between TB1-4 (conductor) and TB1-5 (shield)
of the exciter's interface appropriate exciter
input PWB (A10).
(f) Connect the program input to the appropriate
exciter input, as detailed in the exciter's
technical instruction manual.
(g) Reinstall the transmitters upper, rear panel,
ensuring the safety ground wire is reconnected.
2.2.8.2 Externally Mounted Exciter: When the
exciter is located outside of the transmitter, make the
electrical interconnections as follows:
NOTE
Connections between the exciter and the transmitter
should enter the transmitter thru the same cable
entry hole as the remote control lines.
(a) Obtain the 15 foot RF coaxial cable that is
terminated by BNC connectors labelled
W39P1/W39P2 from the ancillary parts kit and
install it between the RF output connector of
the exciter and the EXCITER I/P connector (J1)
of the IPA input power probe. The IPA input
power probe is mounted on the interior side
panel which is immediately behind the IPA
module (see figure MD-2).
(b) When applicable, interconnect the exciter's RF
mute (safety interlock) control and the
transmitter's exciter interlock control, using a
single conductor shielded wire. The exciter
interlock control is available on the EXCITER
INTERLOCK terminals of TB1 on the
transmitter's control/monitor PWB (A14).
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NOTE
A set of relay contacts are connected to TB1-15
(COM), TB1-13 (N/O) and TB1-14 (N/C) as the
exciter interlock control. The relay status
identification on TB1-13 and TB1-14 does not
reflect the energized/de-energized state of the relay,
it represents the relay state when the exciter's RF
output is not to be muted.
- When an open circuit is required for normal
operation and a contact closure is required to
mute the exciter's RF output, connect the
exciter interlock conductor to TB1-13 (N/O)
and its shield to TB1-15 (COM).
- When an contact closure is required for normal
operation and an open circuit is required to
mute the exciter's RF output, connect the
exciter interlock conductor to TB1-14 (N/C)
and its shield to TB1-15 (COM).
(c) Reinstall the transmitters upper, rear panel,
ensuring the safety ground wire is reconnected.
2.2.9 RF OUTPUT ACCESS: Remove the
protective cover from the EIA flange connection on
the top of the cabinet (RF output) and the dowel from
its inner connector as follows:
(a) Remove the four 1/4-20 hex nuts securing the
EIA flange connection's aluminum shipping
cover. Retain hardware.
(b) Carefully withdraw aluminum shipping cover,
noting it contains a dowel that is inserted in the
EIA inner connector. Discard shipping cover.
(c) Obtain output plate assembly (P/N 182-6031)
included in the shipment.
(d) Using the hardware retained from step (a),
install the output plate assembly on the top of
the RF output, noting that the studs of the
assembly are to point upwards (refer to figure
MD-11). Tighten hardware securely.
2.2.10 INSTALLATION OF RF FEED
CABLE: Connect an RF feed coaxial cable, that has
been cut to the required length, to the transmitter's
RF output; noting the RF feed cable termination point
is located at the top of the RF output filter (refer to
figure MD-15 for location and dimensional
information).
NOTE
The transmitter's RF output should be applied to a
dummy load during the commissioning procedure's
initial turn-on. If the RF feed cable is not connected
to a switching circuit that permits antenna/dummy
load selection, ensure the RF feed cable for the
dummy load is connected to the transmitter's RF
output connection until otherwise specified during
the commissioning procedures.
2.2.10.1 Connection of RF Feed Cable: Connect
the RF feed cable to the transmitter's RF output
(3 1/8 EIA inch flange) connection as follows:
(a) Verify the RF feed cable is in place and has
been cut to the required length.
(b) Install a 3 1/8-inch EIA flange connector on the
feed cable.
NOTE
If the RF feed cable's EIA flange connector does not
have a male connector for the centre conductor, an
EIA bullet for a 3 1/8 inch EIA flange connector
must be obtained.
(c) Locate and remove four 3/8 nuts and three 3/8-
inch washers from the EIA flange connector
mounting studs on the top of the RF power
probe.
(d) Carefully install the RF feed cable's 3 1/8 inch
EIA flange connector on the RF power probe's
flange mounting studs. Ensure its bullet mates
with the rigidly mounted cup connector on the
RF power probe. Secure using attaching
hardware removed in step (c). Ensure nuts are
firmly tightened.
2.2.11 REFERENCE GROUND INTER-
CONNECTION: Connect a continuous, low-
impedance conductor (0 AWG copper wire, two-inch
copper strap or equivalent), as described in Nautel's
'Lightning Protection for Radio Transmitter Stations'
booklet, between the station reference ground and the
insulated reference ground stud at the bottom rear of
the cabinet.
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Figure 2-1 External Input/Output Interface
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WARNING
TECHNICAL PRE-COMMISSIONING
2.3 Prior to applying AC power and turning on
the transmitter, some circuits must be customized to
the station's power source and operating
requirements. The following should be completed.
NOTE
Technical pre-commissioning procedures require
technical decisions and customization of electrical
circuits. They should be incorporated by the station
engineer or a competent electronic technician.
2.3.1 SELECTING PWR TRANSFORMER'S
PRIMARY WINDING TAPS: Connect the wires
from the three-phase transformer's H1, H2 and H3
terminals to the appropriate primary winding taps as
follows:
Ensure AC power source is switched off at the
service entrance. I f this precaution is not
observed, voltages that may cause serious injury or
death will be present on circuit breaker and
transformer terminals.
(a) Determine fully loaded, mean, RMS, line-to-
line voltage of the AC power source and record
this voltage for future reference.
(b) Verify the power transformer is rated for the
voltage determined in step (a) by noting voltage
rating on its nameplate.
(c) Enter the appropriate nominal ac voltage
column of table 2-4 with the mean, RMS, line-
to-line voltage obtained in step (a) and
determine which primary winding taps should
be used.
(d) Gain access to the transformer's primary
winding taps by removing the screws securing
the lower rear panel to the cabinet. Carefully
set the panel to one side.
(e) Connect the moveable wire from each of the
power transformer's input terminals (H1, H2
and H3) to the tap of its associated primary
winding identified in step (c) noting the tap for
all three primary windings must be the same
(A, B, C, D or E).
(f) Re-install the lower panel on the rear of the
cabinet, using the attaching hardware removed
in step (d).
2.3.2 SELECTING EXCITER INTERLOCK
CONNECTIONS: Refer to exciter service manual
and determine the required contact arrangement to
mute the exciter's RF output, noting that:
- If an open circuit is required for normal
operation and a contact closure is required to
mute the exciter's RF output, connect the
exciter interlock wires between TB1-13(N/O)
and TB1-15(COM) of the transmitter's control/
monitor PWB (A14).
- If a contact closure is required for normal
operation and an open circuit is required to
mute the exciter's RF output, connect the
exciter interlock wires between TB1-14(N/C)
and TB1-15(COM) of the transmitter's control/
monitor PWB (A14).
2.3.3 LOAD RESISTANCE CHECK FOR
B+ VOLTAGE POWER SUPPLY: Check for
short circuits on the load of the B+ voltage power
supply as follows:
(a) Verify all PWR MDL circuit breakers are set to
OFF.
(b) Measure load resistance for the B+ volts power
supply by connecting an ohmmeter between L1-
2 of power supply assembly and ground.
Repeat for L2-2. Refer to figure MD-2 and
MD-3 to locate A1L1 and A1L2.
(c) Resistance reading obtained in step (b) should
indicate an impedance of 10K ohms or greater.
NOTE
There are large storage capacitors in the main B+
Volts power supply. Resistance readings will not be
accurate until they are fully charged to the voltage
being applied by the ohmmeter.
2.3.4 CONTROL/MONITOR BATTERY:
The control/monitor PWB's backup batteries should
not be installed until AC power is applied to the
transmitter. Refer to section 4 of this manual for
control/monitor battery installation procedure.
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Table 2-4 Primary Winding Tap Selection for Three-Phase Power Transformer A1T1
NOMINAL AC VOLTAGE PRIMARY WINDING TAPS
(RMS - PHASE-TO-PHASE)
208 VOLTS 380/415 VOLTS H1 H2 H3
193 - 203 351 - 369 1-A 2-A 3-A
204 - 213 370 - 389 1-B 2-B 3-B
214 - 223 390 - 410 1-C 2-C 3-C
224 - 235 411 - 425 1-D 2-D 3-D
236 - 248 426 - 448 1-E 2-E 3-E
NOTE
Refer to section 4 for pre-startup and
commissioning of this equipment.