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XTRT-400C-BUC
Operation and
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  • Page 1 XTRT-400C-BUC Operation and Installation Manual Document Number: MN5-1060-XXX Revision: Applicable to: 305-1060-XXX This is a controlled document. The official version of this document is located in Xicom Technology Document Control. Printed copies are for reference only. 3550 Bassett Street Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 408-213-3000 Phone •408-213-3001 Fax...
  • Page 2 Document Number: MN5-1050-XXX Revision: 1 Date: June 2011 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Transfer of data herein by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the U.S.
  • Page 3 XTRT-400C-BUC Operation and Installation Manual Document Number: MN5-1060-XXX Revision: Applicable to: 305-1060-XXX This is a controlled document. The official version of this document is located in Xicom Technology Document Control. Printed copies are for reference only. 3550 Bassett Street Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 408-213-3000 Phone •408-213-3001 Fax...
  • Page 4 NOTICE Copyright 2011 This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Please contact Xicom Technology for current technical specifications. Xicom Technology reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of Xicom Technology to notify any person of such revision or changes.
  • Page 5 XTRT-400C Operation and Installation Manual About this manual This manual provides operators and technicians with a set of tools for operating and maintaining the Rack Mount Family of Xicom Power Amplifiers. This Prefix contains a Table of Contents that applies to the entire manual and a Record of Changes page that applies only to this Prefix.
  • Page 6 XTRT-400C Operation and Installation Manual Who should use this manual This manual is designed for use by trained operators and technicians who have a thorough knowledge of satellite transmitting and receiving equipment. Persons using this manual should familiarize themselves with the information in the Appendices before reading the main sections.
  • Page 7 XTRT-400C Operation and Installation Manual Record of Changes ELECTRONIC APPROVAL. SEE PLM. Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Initial Release 06/10/2011 T. Tan MN5-1060-XXX Revision 1 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S.
  • Page 8 XTRT-400C Operation and Installation Manual Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols MNC-0000-010 Chapter 1 Overview MNC-0100-056 Chapter 2 Safety MNC-0200-001 Chapter 3 Unpacking and Installation MNC-0300-070 Chapter 4 Operation MNC-0400-071 Chapter 5 Amplifier Communication and Protocol MNC-0500-038 Chapter 6...
  • Page 9 List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols Record of Changes ELECTRONIC APPROVAL. SEE PLM. Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By 9735 Original Release 04/17/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10179 Add numerous abbreviations 08/21/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10646 Add more abbreviations;...
  • Page 10 MNC•0000•010 2 of 10 Revision A7 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Transfer of data herein by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the U.S.
  • Page 11 List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols References The following documents are used as reference material for this chapter: • International Standard ISO•7000: 1989. Graphical symbols for use on equipment — Index and synopsis • International Standard CEI/IEC 60417•2: 1998. Graphical symbols for use on equipment —...
  • Page 12 Abbreviation or Definition Acronym BDELIM band elimination binary digit beamwidth btry battery Block Upconverter buzzer bandwidth °C degree Celsius calibration CATE computer aided test equipment component board CCTWT Coupled Cavity Traveling Wave Tube commsat communications satellite central processing unit Cyclic Redundancy Check CTRF center frequency Clear to Send...
  • Page 13 Abbreviation or Definition Acronym helix voltage °F degree Fahrenheit farad First Article Test field•effect transistor FGIPA Fixed Gain Intermediate Power Amplifier freq frequency Filament Time Delay (TWTA, KPA) Giga (one billion) Giga Hertz henry Process using a high voltage power supply to verify high voltage Hi•pot insulation leakage.
  • Page 14 Abbreviation or Definition Acronym Line Driver Amplifier Light Emitting Diode Local Oscillator Low Power Amplifier Mega (million) M&C Monitor and Control milli Ampere MSDC Multistage Depressed Collector Mega Hertz miprcs microprocessor Modular Power Supply MSDC Multi•Stage Depressed Collector mean sea level MTBF mean time between failures MTTR...
  • Page 15 Abbreviation or Definition Acronym In a standard 19•inch rack, a set of four mounting holes spaced as follows: .625 inches between holes 1, 2, and 3. .5 inches between holes three and four. RU = 1.75 inches. Received Data SLIN Linearizer with an integrated variable gain SSA Solid State Amplifier SSPA...
  • Page 16 Abbreviation or Definition Acronym XMIT Transmit Xicom Technology Analog Outdoor Amplifier Xicom Technology Controller Xicom Technology Digital Outdoor Amplifier Xicom Technology Klystron Amplifier XTKD Xicom Technology Klystron Amplifier with Flat Display Xicom Technology Klystron High Efficiency Amplifier — Flat XTKH Display with Multistage Depressed Collector XTPS Xicom Technology Power Supply...
  • Page 17 CE Symbols Symbol Definition Alternating Current (AC) CE Marking symbol for equipment and documentation meeting European Quality Standards. Earth Ground Fuse Input Local OFF for a part of equipment ON for a part of equipment MNC•0000•010 9 of 10 Revision A7 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S.
  • Page 18 Symbol Definition Output Power OFF Power ON Protective Earth Ground Remote Reset Transmitted Power Monitor MNC•0000•010 10 of 10 Revision A7 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Transfer of data herein by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the U.S.
  • Page 19 Overview Overview Record of Changes ELECTRONIC APPROVAL. SEE PLM. Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Initial Release 02/07/2011 T. Fisher MNC-0100-056 Revision 1 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S.

  • Page 20: Table Of Contents

    Overview Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Overview ..............3 Product Overview .

  • Page 21: Overview

    Overview Overview Product Overview The Xicom Technology Rack Mount Power Amplifier is programmable and microprocessor controlled. The amplifier consists of: • a TWT (Traveling Wave Tube). • a SSA (Solid State Amplifier) • a power monitor • a TWT Power Supply •...

  • Page 22: Figure 1, Typical Rack Mount Amplifier Block Diagram

    Overview Figure 1, Typical Rack Mount Amplifier Block Diagram MNC-0100-056 Revision 1 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Transfer of data herein by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the U.S.

  • Page 23: Control And Status Interface

    Overview Control and Status Interface The amplifier is controlled in Local Mode from the front panel or Remote Mode from an external controller (M&C system). Local control of the amplifier is described in the chapter titled Unpacking and Installation. Refer to the chapter titled Operation and the chapter titled Amplifier Communication and Protocol to operate the power amplifier in the Remote Mode.

  • Page 24: Contacting Xicom Technology

    Overview Contacting Xicom Technology Assistance If you need to contact Xicom Technology for assistance with your product you may use one of the following: Address: Xicom Technology 3550 Bassett Street Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Telephone: 408-213-3000 Facsimile: 408-213-3001 www.xicomtech.com Technical Support —...
  • Page 25 Safety/Sicherheit Safety/Sicherheit Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 08/2001 A.L. Crozier, Jr. Format changes 08/2001 A.L. Crozier, Jr. Format change—Table of Contents, List 09/2001 A.L. Crozier, Jr. of Figures, List of tables 9183 Original Release 10/12/2001 A.L.
  • Page 26 Safety/Sicherheit Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Safety/Sicherheit............. . . 3 General Information .

  • Page 27: Safety/Sicherheit

    Safety/Sicherheit Safety/Sicherheit General Information This chapter identifies the safety requirements to be applied when performing any of the procedures specified in this manual. It is the responsibility of the user to follow all applicable safety regulations when using this manual. This chapter contains safety summaries consisting of general safety and health precautions.
  • Page 28 Safety/Sicherheit WARNING — A procedure, technique, restriction, etc., if not followed exactly, could result in injury or death to personnel. WARNING This symbol denotes an ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD WARNING in a procedural step and is used whenever death or injury to personnel could result from electrical shock.

  • Page 29: General Warnings And Cautions

    Safety/Sicherheit Note — A procedure, technique, restriction, special interest, etc., that requires emphasis or consideration for the performance of a procedural step or steps. Note This symbol denotes a NOTE in a procedural step. A NOTE is used whenever emphasis or consideration for the performance of a procedural step or steps is necessary.

  • Page 30: Ladder Hazards

    Safety/Sicherheit WARNING To prevent electrical shock when servicing a Klystron Tube or a 2 kW Power Amplifier: • ensure the Bus Indicator LED located in the Power Supply Drawer High Voltage side is out. • use shorting probe before taking measurements on the capacitor bank.

  • Page 31: Rf Radiation Hazards

    Safety/Sicherheit RF Radiation Hazards WARNING The power amplifier is capable of generating high power microwave radiation that can cause bodily harm. Prior to operation ensure that: • the technician assigned to perform the maintenance does not wear a pacemaker. • all the microwave connections are securely fastened.

  • Page 32: Sicherheit

    Safety/Sicherheit Sicherheit Allgemeine Information Dieses Kapitel benennt die Sicherheitsvorkehrungen, die bei der Durchführung eines jeden in diesem Handbuch angeführten Verfahrens getroffen werden müssen. Der Benutzer ist bei der Verwendung dieses Handbuches verpflichtet, alle zutreffenden Sicherheitsvorschriften zu befolgen. Dieses Kapitel fasst allgemeine Sicherheitsbestimmungen und Gesundheitsschutz zusammen.
  • Page 33 Safety/Sicherheit WARNUNG —Wenn ein Verfahren, eine Technik, Einschränkung usw. nicht genau befolgt werden, könnte dies zur Verletzung oder zum Tode von Mitarbeitern führen. WARNUNG Dieses Symbol bedeutet eine WARNUNG VOR DER GEFAHR EINES ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAGES bei einem Verfahrensschritt und wird stets verwendet, wenn Mitarbeiter durch einen elektrischen Schlag getötet oder verletzt werden könnten.

  • Page 34: Allgemeine Warnungen Und Vorsichtshinweise

    Safety/Sicherheit Hinweis Dieses Symbol bedeutet einen HINWEIS bei einem Verfahrensschritt. Ein HINWEIS wird stets verwendet, wenn bei der Durchführung eines Verfahrensschrittes oder mehrerer Verfahrensschritte Nachdruck oder Berücksichtigung erforderlich sind. Allgemeine Warnungen und Vorsichtshinweise Hochspannungsgefahren WARNUNG Der Leistungsverstärker des ODU (Outdoor Unit/Gerät für den Außenbereich) ist nicht mit internen Sicherheits- Verriegelungsschaltern ausgerüstet.
  • Page 35 Safety/Sicherheit WARNUNG Zur Vermeidung eines elektrischen Schlages bei der Wartung einer Klystron Röhre oder eines 2 kW Leistungsverstärkers: • stellen Sie sicher, dass die auf der Hochspannungsseite der Stromversorgung befindliche Bus-LED-Anzeige erloschen ist. • benutzen Sie eine Kurzschluss-Sonde, bevor Sie Messungen an der Kondensatorbatterie vornehmen.

  • Page 36: Gefahren Bei Leiterbenutzung

    Safety/Sicherheit Gefahren bei Leiterbenutzung WARNUNG Wenn Sie eine Leiter benutzen müssen, stellen Sie sicher, dass: • der Boden im Bereich der Leiteraufstellung frei von Gegenständen ist, die zur Instabilität der Leiter führen könnten. • Sie ALLE an der Leiter angebrachten Etiketten gelesen und verstanden haben.

  • Page 37: Magnetfeld

    Safety/Sicherheit Magnetfeld Vorsicht Eine Mikrowellenröhre hat ein sehr starkes magnetisches Feld. Die Röhre kann beschädigt werden, wenn sie in Kontakt mit magnetischen Objekten oder Werkzeugen kommt. WAS SIE NICHT DÜRFEN: • den Verstärker auf einer magnetischen Lagerfläche abstellen. • für Aufbau, Wartung oder Reparatur magnetisches Werkzeug benutzen.
  • Page 38 Safety/Sicherheit MNC-0200-001 14 of 14 Revision E EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Transfer of data herein by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the U.S.
  • Page 39 Unpacking and Installation Unpacking and Installation Record of Changes ELECTRONIC APPROVAL. SEE PLM. Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Initial Release 02/02/2011 T. Fisher MNC-0300-070 1 of 22 Revision 1 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S.
  • Page 40 Unpacking and Installation Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Unpacking and Installation..........5 Unpacking and Inspection .
  • Page 41 Unpacking and Installation List of Figures Paragraph Title Page Number Figure 1, Typical 4 Screw Mounting Flange Tightening Sequence ....8 Figure 2, Typical 8 Screw Mounting Flange Tightening Sequence ....9 Figure 3, Front View of 15-Pin Connector (Female) .
  • Page 42 Unpacking and Installation List of Tables Paragraph Title Page Number Table 1, Auxiliary Connector Pinouts........12 Table 2, Three Phase Delta Connection Pinouts.

  • Page 43: Unpacking And Installation

    Unpacking and Installation Unpacking and Installation Unpacking and Inspection Inspect the inside and outside of the shipping container for signs of damage. If any shipping damage is detected, call the shipping carrier and submit a damage report. Unpacking Compare the packing list to the contents of the container to be certain that all enclosed material has been received.

  • Page 44: Waveguide Connection

    Unpacking and Installation The specific installation details are dependent upon the cabinet design. Two front mounting brackets (3 inches long) and two back mounting brackets (9 inches long) are supplied. See appendix titled Mechanical Drawings for specific mounting instructions pertaining to your amplifier. Waveguide Connection The RF output waveguide port is located on the rear panel of the amplifier.
  • Page 45 Unpacking and Installation 1 Position the interconnecting waveguide flange with the ampli- fier waveguide flange. Make sure that the flanges can be mated without strain or torsion. 2. If the two flanges cannot be properly aligned or if the installation is subject to vibration, a flexible waveguide section should be utilized to eliminate potential strain on the waveguide connection.
  • Page 46 Unpacking and Installation Caution Do not overtighten the waveguide mounting screws. Overtightening may strip the threads in the waveguide flange. Failure to comply could result in equipment damage. Vorsicht Überdrehen Sie die Hohlleiter- Befestigungsschrauben nicht. Dadurch kann das Gewinde im Hohlleiter-Flansch ausreißen. Nichtbefolgen könnte Beschädigung des Gerätes zur Folge haben.
  • Page 47 Unpacking and Installation Figure 2, Typical 8 Screw Mounting Flange Tightening Sequence MNC-0300-070 9 of 22 Revision 1 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Transfer of data herein by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the U.S.

  • Page 48: Air Ducting Installation

    Unpacking and Installation Air Ducting Installation The TWTA is cooled with an internal fan. Heated exhaust air should not be recirculated into the TWTA. The air intake and exhaust ports are located on the rear panel of the amplifier. A clearance of 6-8 inches is recommended to allow the heated exhaust air to clear the TWTA.

  • Page 49: External Interlock

    Unpacking and Installation External Interlock The External Interlock (Pin 13) must be shorted to the External Interlock Return (Pin 11) for the amplifier to operate. Removing the short causes an External Interlock fault and turns High Voltage OFF. RF Inhibit Control RF is inhibited when RF Inhibit (Pin 12) is connected to Ground (Pin 9 or optionally, pin 10).
  • Page 50 Unpacking and Installation Table 1, Auxiliary Connector Pinouts Pin Nr. Definition Comments +24 VDC Available for external use. +24 VDC Current limit of 100mA. 3 (Note Summary Fault 1 Normally Open. Closes when fault occurs. Summary Fault 1 Normally Closed. Opens when fault occurs. Summary Fault 1 Common, Fault 1 6 (Note...

  • Page 51: Summary Fault Indicators

    Unpacking and Installation Summary Fault Indicators Two sets of Form C relay contacts (Summary Fault 1 and Summary Fault 2) are used to indicate that a fault has occurred. The Summary Fault 1 indicator signals change state any time an amplifier fault occurs.

  • Page 52: Power And Interface Interconnections

    Unpacking and Installation Power and Interface Interconnections When performing the procedures in this section refer to the Wiring and Interconnect Drawings for your specific amplifier. These drawings are located in the appendix titled Interconnect Drawings. Prime Power Connections Single Phase Units The AC Prime Power receptacle is located on the amplifier rear panel.
  • Page 53 Unpacking and Installation occur during initial turn on you will need to reverse a phase pair. Generally the AC Prime Power receptacle is located on the rear of the amplifier. Figure 5 through Figure 8 show diagrams of three phase connections.
  • Page 54 Unpacking and Installation Figure 6, Three Phase Wye Connection (NEU — Neutral) into Terminal Block Table 3, Three Phase Wye Connection Pinouts Terminal Connection A Phase A B Phase B C Phase C NEU Neutral Figure 7, Three Phase Delta Connection into Amphenol Connector MNC-0300-070 16 of 22 Revision 1...

  • Page 55: Serial Interface Ports

    Unpacking and Installation Table 4, Three Phase Delta Connection Pinouts (Amphenol) Connection Phase A Phase B Phase C Ground Figure 8, Three Phase Delta Connection into MS type connector Table 5, Three Phase Delta Connection into MS type Connector Terminal Connection Phase A Phase B...
  • Page 56 Unpacking and Installation COM1 is an RS-232 only serial interface. The configuration for COM1 is done via the set-up menu on the front panel. Table 6, RS-232 Pinouts, lists the pinouts for COM1. Table 6, RS-232 Pinouts Pin No. Function No Connection RXD—Received Data (from Controller) TXD—Transmitted Data (to Controller)
  • Page 57 Unpacking and Installation Table 8, Ethernet Pinouts (standard RJ45) Pin No. Function The Ethernet port is 10/100 autosensing and can be configured as either DHCP or static IP. the configuration is done via the set-up menu on the front panel. The pin-outs are standard RJ45 and can be found in Table 8 (above).
  • Page 58 Unpacking and Installation Table 9, W/G Switch 1 Pinouts Pin No. Function Ground +24 VDC +15 VDC -15 VDC Wavequide switch 1 port is typically used for 1:1 redundant systems. It provides switch control to the waveguide switch as well as summary fault interface between the two amplifiers and allows for configuring the system address required for Ethernet configuration of the system.
  • Page 59 Unpacking and Installation is also used to control the second switch in 1+1 switch around systems. The pin-outs for the connector can be found in Table 10 (above) of this chapter. Table 11, Uplink Power Control Pinouts Pin No. Function Uplink power control V in Uplink power control V return Cable shield (ground)

  • Page 60: Grounding

    Unpacking and Installation Figure 10, Typical RS-485 4-Wire Full Duplex Implementation Grounding WARNING To prevent Electric Shock the amplifier should be securely connected to the grounding stud. Failure to comply could result in personnel injury or death. WARNUNG Zur Vermeidung elektrischer Schläge sollte der Verstärker fest mit dem Erdungsbolzen verbunden sein.
  • Page 61 Operation Operation, TWTA, XTRT Record of Changes ELECTRONIC COPY. SEE PLM. Revision Description Date Initiated By Initial release. 03/18/2011 T. Fisher See E-04499 05/16/2011 T. Fisher See E-04541 05/27/2011 T. Fisher See E-04636 07/18/2011 T. Fisher Page 1 of 53 MNC-0400-071 Revision 4 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject...
  • Page 62 Operation Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Overview ............................... 4 Main Menu Bar ............................. 9 Amplifier..............................17 Events................................25 Trends ................................. 28 Setup ................................34 Initial Setup and Operation......................... 47 Figure Title Page Number Figure 1 - Front Panel Controls and Indicators ..................... 5 Figure 2 –...
  • Page 63 Operation Figure 24- Events Screen..........................25 Figure 25 - Adding notes to Events Screen (part 1) ..................26 Figure 26 - Adding notes to Events Screen (part 2) ..................26 Figure 27 - Trends Screen 48 hour log ......................28 Figure 28 - Trends Screen changing the vertical scale ................
  • Page 64 Operation Overview The Xicom Digital M&C system, which is incorporated into all XTRT rack mount amplifiers with touch-screen provides a common interface for the entire line of Microwave Tubes. The M&C can be accessed from the front panel or via a serial interface.
  • Page 65 Operation Adjust knob Touch-screen Figure 1 - Front Panel Controls and Indicators The adjust knob is used for adjusting attenuation, power, etc. as well as scrolling through various menu items. All other controls and indications are done via the touch-screen interface on the LCD display.
  • Page 66 Operation Figure 2 – Flash Screen After the boot process completes the amplifier will display either the system status screen (system configuration dependent) or the amplifier status screen (when the amplifier has been configured for single thread mode). The two screens are shown in the following figures 3 and 4. Page 6 of 53 MNC-0400-071 Revision 4...
  • Page 67 Operation SYSTEM CONFIGURATION TAB- This screen is dependent on the system configuration selected in the set-up menu. Amplifiers configured for single thread mode will not display the system tab. See chapter 8 for more information on systems set-up and operation. Figure 3 - System Configuration Screen The system tab will show the configuration of the factory configured system.
  • Page 68 Operation Figure 4 - Amplifier Monitor and Control Screen The Amplifier Tab is used in conjunction with the top main menu bar to monitor and control the amplifier. The function of the main menu bar will be explained in the following section and the function of the amplifier Tab in the next.
  • Page 69 Operation Main Menu Bar The Amplifier Main Menu Bar is displayed regardless of is active. This gives ongoing status of critical amplifier parameters and controls. These include: 1. Amplifier operating mode a. Filament Time Delay b. Standby c. High Voltage d.
  • Page 70 Operation Figure 6 - Standby Mode Standby Mode In this mode, there are no faults and the TWT is ready for high voltage to be applied. To adjust Attenuation Figure 7 - Adjusting Attenuator in Standby Mode Touch STANDBY Adjusting attenuator in Standby Mode In this mode, the RF attenuator may be adjusted to for example: reduce the gain of the amplifier upon initial turn-on not to overdrive the TWT.
  • Page 71 Operation Touch HV button Figure 8 - Enabling High Voltage High Voltage ON Mode When the high voltage ON is selected, the mode of operation will be changed. Should the amplifier be in FTD the mode will become pending high voltage on. Note: When the High Voltage ON switch is turned ON high voltage will be applied to the TWT any time the FTD cycle is completed and there are no faults present.
  • Page 72 Operation Figure 9 - Adjusting RF Output Power Touch Green Power Out Indicator to adjust RF Adjusting RF power out in HV ON Mode In this mode, the RF output power may be adjusted by touching the green power out indication and turning the adjust knob.
  • Page 73 Operation Figure 10 – Fault Mode Fault Mode Faults on Xicom XTRT series amplifiers can be separated in three separate categories’: • Power supply related faults • RF related faults • Interlock faults • Software selectable faults Note: For more information on individual Faults see following section “Amplifier”. Figure 11 –...
  • Page 74 Operation Touch RF button Figure 13 - Inhibiting / Enabling RF RF Inhibit Mode In most cases Xicom XTRT series amplifiers have an internal pre-amplifier. RF is inhibited by disabling this pre-amp. In cases where there is no pre-amp the high voltage will be disabled for RF inhibit.
  • Page 75 Operation Touch Local/Remote Figure 14 - LOCAL mode Figure 15 – REMOTE mode Local/ Remote Mode Xicom amplifiers have the ability to select either LOCAL mode or REMOTE mode. In LOCAL mode the remote control M&C is locked out from changing any operational parameters i.e. high voltage state, RF power levels etc.
  • Page 76 Operation Figure 16 - Touch-screen Unlocked Touch Lock/Unlock Figure 17 – Touch-screen Locked Lock/ Unlock The Lock/ Unlock icon on the front panel of the amplifier is a safety measure to avoid inadvertent changes to the operational state of the amplifier. In the LOCK position the touch-screen is inactive such that LOCAL operation is not possible.
  • Page 77 Operation Amplifier Figure 18 Amplifier Screen Amplifier Screen The Amplifier screen is used to monitor and control the various RF and high voltage power supply parameters essential to the operation of the amplifier. The left side of the screen displays the amplifier analog parameters. The top center displays the high voltage state and the RF state.
  • Page 78 Operation Amplifier Analog Monitors 1. Reflected RF – This is an indication of the RF power being reflected back into the HPA. Usually a measure of the VSWR matches between the amplifier and the load. 2. TWT Temp – This is the temperature on the collector assembly of the TWT (the hottest portion of the tube).
  • Page 79 Operation Touch to change Units dBm,dBw,Watts Figure 19 - Adjusting RF power units Changing Units Displayed The units for the RF power readings and the temperature measurement may be changed by touching the buttons next to the Reflected RF and TWT Temp. Note: The units for the RF output power displayed on the Main Menu Bar will be changed with the reflected power units Touch to change Units °F, °C...
  • Page 80 Operation Figure 21 - Setting and Adjusting Constant Power Constant Power Mode Constant Power Mode is an Amplifier function designed to maintain a constant RF output power (at the RF output flange) adjusting the internal attenuator for changes in input drive and Amplifier overall gain. Assuming the attenuator has enough dynamic range and the TWT is not at maximum power the RF output power will be continuously monitored and adjusted for any changes.
  • Page 81 Operation Note: Constant Power Suspended One of the following alarms may be displayed should the amplifier not be able to achieve the desired RF power out. 1. Raise drive power – This indication will be present if the attenuator has reached 0 dB and the desired output power has not been achieved.
  • Page 82 Operation Figure 23 - Amplifier Fault Screen Fault Mode The XTRT series amplifiers continuously monitor faults and alarms. The three red boxes in the lower left hand corner indicate the faults that are currently present. Faults on Xicom XTRT series amplifiers can be separated in three separate categories: •...
  • Page 83 Operation TWT Over-temperature – During operation the TWT achieves a temperature unsafe for continued operation. The over-temperature fault will turn off high voltage which will consequentially allow the TWT to cool. When the TWT has cooled to a safe operating temperature the high voltage will be restored.
  • Page 84 Operation Software selectable faults are generated by setting a fault or alarm level in the set-up menu as described in the section of this chapter entitled “SETUP”. Maximum Power Alarm/Fault – Indicates the RF power out has exceeded the threshold of the level selected.
  • Page 85 Operation Events Figure 24- Events Screen Events Tab This screen displays the last 1000 events that have taken place in the amplifier. It also has the “elapsed time meter (heater and beam hour)” the serial number and the main Firmware revision. The Event history can be scrolled through using the adjust knob or can be paged through using the scroll bar to the right of the log.
  • Page 86 Operation Figure 25 - Adding notes to Events Screen (part 1) Figure 26 - Adding notes to Events Screen (part 2) Note: The note is entered as the newest entry in the log. Page 26 of 53 MNC-0400-071 Revision 4 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S.
  • Page 87 Operation Note: Firmware Revision .30 and later: An additional feature has been added to the event log to further aide visibility to events of interest. The events have been color coded according to the following table: Description Example HV Disabled An action initiated locally via touchscreen local input.
  • Page 88 Operation Trends Figure 27 - Trends Screen 48 hour log Trends Tab This screen is designed to graphically display the analog measurements being made in the amplifier. Although only two measurements are displayed (for clarity) all analog measurements are being recorded to non-volatile memory continuously. The 48 hour trend log is designed to provide a “snapshot in time”...
  • Page 89 Operation Figure 28 - Trends Screen changing the vertical scale Note: Each displayed parameter uses its own vertical scale and range. Page 29 of 53 MNC-0400-071 Revision 4 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S.
  • Page 90 Operation Figure 29 – Zoom out Trends Screen (part 2) Zooming In and out Zooming in and out on the 48 hour scale provides a horizontal scale of one min/ division to six hr/division or 4 minutes to 24 hours span. The data can then either be scrolled through using the adjust knob or paged through by tapping the slider below the graph.
  • Page 91 Operation Figure 30 – Cursor measurements in the Trends Screen (part 3) Cursor Function Touching the screen in the graph area activates a cursor function. While in cursor mode the minimum and maximum values of the measured analog data are displayed in the boxes at the right.
  • Page 92 Operation Figure 31 - 14 Year Trend log with Fault tags 14 year Log The 14 year Trend Log has the horizontal resolution of one day to one year. This pictorial also shows the inserted fault “stamps” in the display. Note: the time and date appear with the event; if a large number of fault events would be displayed, when zoomed out the stamps will be abbreviated until the event has been selected and enlarged.
  • Page 93 Operation Figure 32 – Trends Tab FW rev. 1.3 or greater Trends Tab (FW rev. 1.3 or greater) The trends tab was slightly modified in firmware revision 1.3 to allow flexibility in displaying the analog readings. The more buttons will now select the various analog trends that can be displayed.
  • Page 94 Operation Setup Setup Screens Rev .53 and later: Beginning firmware revision .53 and later, the setup menu was sub-divided to provide easier access to specific items. The setup and control remain the same as described later in this section. The divisions and their sub-menus are as such: Monitor and control –...
  • Page 95 Operation Maintenance – • Test Summary Fault • Check power and attenuation calibration • Calibrate touch-screen • Update touch-screen firmware • Reboot main firmware Factory Settings – • Factory use only Figure 33 – Set-Up menu firmware revision .53 and later Page 35 of 53 MNC-0400-071 Revision 4...
  • Page 96 Operation Set-up Overview The Setup screens are used to customize the amplifier to meet user interface and operational requirements. Entries made via the setup screens change the amplifier default parameters and operation. These screens are used to: • Change the external RF inhibit polarity (NO/NC) •...
  • Page 97 Operation Figure 34 - Setup Screen 1 RF Inhibit Polarity This selection enables the polarity of the external RF inhibit to be inverted. The auxiliary interface connector on the rear panel of the amplifier has a set of pins 10 and 12 that controls the external RF inhibit function of the amplifier.
  • Page 98 Operation Ethernet Configuration The next two setup screens are used for configuring the Ethernet interface. • DHCP vs Static IP – Xicom will factory set any single thread amplifiers for DHCP enabling connection to a customer’s network and allowing the router to assign an available address.
  • Page 99 Operation Figure 35 - Setup Screen 2 RS485 This screen allows for configuration of the RS-485 (COM 2) interface on the rear panel. Note: COM 2 will only respond when the proper address is included in the pre-amble; see “Amplifier Communication and Protocol XTRT, Touch-Screen TWTA” chapter 5 for detailed information on Xicom serial interfaces.
  • Page 100 Operation System Serial Numbers This set-up item is used for system configuration. In this instance, the amplifier is configured for a power combined system using a VPC (variable phase combiner). The serial number of the second amplifier and the VPC controller are entered in the menu. When all three devices are connected via Ethernet the amplifiers will automatically connect and the system information will be displayed on the system tab.
  • Page 101 Operation Figure 36 - Setup screen 3 Maximum Power This tab is used for setting the software selectable maximum RF power alarms and faults. Press and use the knob to adjust. Minimum Power This tab is used for setting the software selectable minimum RF power alarms and faults. Press and use the knob to adjust.
  • Page 102 Operation Bootup HV This tab is used for setting high voltage state after a power cycle. The options are: Restore Previous (High voltage comes back to same state as before power interruption). High Voltage Always On (High Voltage will automatically come on following the required filament time delay period).
  • Page 103 Operation Figure 37 - Setup Screen 4 Date and Time This tab is used for setting the date and time. Press and use the knob to adjust. NTP (Time) Server Many networks support a time server that automatically keeps the network on accurate time.
  • Page 104 Operation Buzzer Volume Touch and use knob to adjust the volume of the alarm indication for alerts and faults. Touch-Screen Volume Touch and use knob to adjust the volume of the touch feedback sound on the front panel. Brightness This setup menu item is used to adjust the backlight on the LCD display. The button on the left adjusts the maximum brightness of the display touch and use knob to adjust.
  • Page 105 Operation Figure 38 - Setup Screen 5 Calibrate Touch Screen Touch Begin and touch the positions indicated to calibrate the four corners of the touch matrix. Touch Screen v ‘J’ Displays the installed version of touch-screen firmware. The load button facilitates the downloading of new firmware for the touch-screen display.
  • Page 106 Operation Factory Settings Factory use only. Figure 39 – Cathode Current Optimization Cathode Current Optimization Cathode current optimization – TWT’s with anodes can be configured such that the cathode current is continually monitored and the anode voltage is adjusted periodically to maintain the optimum cathode current.
  • Page 107 Operation Initial Setup and Operation General The amplifier can be operated from the Front Panel (LOCAL configuration) or from a remote controller (REMOTE configuration). The amplifier is configured at the factory with the default values shown in table 1. These values allow immediate operation of the amplifier when the amplifier is connected to an operational load or a dummy load capable of dissipating rated RF output power.
  • Page 108 Operation Operating Configurations There are two operating configurations: LOCAL and REMOTE. In LOCAL, all operations are controlled from the TWTA Front Panel. The controls and indicators were shown and summarized at the beginning of this chapter. In REMOTE the front panel high voltage and setup functions are inhibited.
  • Page 109 Operation Standby Mode In this mode, there are no faults and the TWT is ready for high voltage to be applied. Heater Standby Mode The purpose of the heater standby is to extend the life of the tube when the high voltage is off.
  • Page 110 Operation High Voltage ON Mode When High Voltage ON is selected, an internal circuit is “latched” on. This enables High Voltage ON. Note: When the High Voltage ON switch is turned on high voltage will be applied to the TWT any time the FTD cycle is completed and there are no faults present.
  • Page 111 Operation Fault Mode Faults on Xicom XTRT series amplifiers can be separated in three separate categories’: • Power supply related faults • RF related faults • Interlock faults • Software selectable faults Note: Power supply faults are generated by the high voltage power supply and cannot be over-ridden. These faults are specifically designed to protect the TWT from damage.
  • Page 112 Operation Note: RF related faults are generated in the RF chain. These faults are designed to protect the TWT and the rest of the RF chain from damage. VSWR Fault – When the amplifier senses a mismatch on the RF output in excess of a 2:1 VSWR.
  • Page 113 Operation Initial Turn-On Procedure This procedure applies the first time the unit is operated at your site and after any major repairs of the amplifier. CAUTION - Operators and Service Personnel must observe the instructions in the following paragraphs. Failure to comply may cause permanent damage to the amplifier and void the warranty. Pre-power Check 1.
  • Page 114 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Record of Changes ELECTRONIC APPROVAL. SEE PLM. Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Initial Release 03/01/2011 T. Fisher See E-04598 06/28/2011 K. Sterns MNC-0500-038 1 of 28 Revision 2 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S.
  • Page 115 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT Series Amplifiers......5 Overview .
  • Page 116 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Amplifier Commands continued. . . Redundancy Control “U”..........25 Set Serial Configuration “X”...

  • Page 117: Number Title

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA List of Tables Number Title Page Number Table 1, Packet Format ............8 Table 2, Start Byte, End Byte, &...

  • Page 118: Overview

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Overview Xicom digitally controlled devices monitor their serial ports for incoming messages and respond to messages as soon as they are verified. Response time varies, typically ranging between 20 and 100 milliseconds.

  • Page 119: Protocol

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Protocol Message Format Commands, Queries, and Responses are formatted as follows: • Messages are delineated using start and stop characters, followed by a check byte. • The address byte allows a master device to selectively communicate with individual devices that are sharing an RS-485 bus.

  • Page 120: Printable Vs. Non-Printable Protocols

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Printable vs. Non-Printable Protocols Printable protocol facilitates teletype-style operations where users type in messages and view the responses. There are two drawbacks to this method: 1) Several responses contain bit flags (example: HPA Summary Status Query).

  • Page 121: Communication Parameters

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Communication Parameters Communications can be configured as follows: Baud rates: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, and 38400 Parity:None, Even, or Odd (Parity only available with 7 data bits) Data bits:7 or 8 Stop bits:1 Flow control options should be set to "none."...

  • Page 122: Example Of "Base 95

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Table 3, Check Byte Calculation “Base 95” 1. Take [Sum (all message bytes)] – 32 = C 2. Then take [Modulus C (“Base 95”)] + 32 = Result (Printable ASCII character in range of 32 to 126) “Exclusive OR”...

  • Page 123: Amplifier Queries

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Amplifier Queries Table 4, List of Amplifier Queries Query Query byte “1” Summary Status “0” ID/Version “3” Fault Status “4” Fault History “6” Power in dBW “7” Power in Watts “8” Attenuator Counts “9”...
  • Page 124 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Summary Status Command Byte: '1' Response: "AB" formatted as follows: Byte ‘B’ Byte 'A' Bit 7: Reserved Bit 7: Reserved Bit 6: Complement of Bit 5 Bit 6: Complement of Bit 5 Bit 5: Reserved Bit 5: Summary Fault Bit 4: High Voltage On Bit 4: Heater Standby...
  • Page 125 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Fault Status Command Byte: '3' Parameter: None Response: "AB" formatted as follows: Byte 'A' Byte 'B' Bit 7: Reserved. Bit 7: Reserved. Bit 6: Complement of bit 5. Bit 6: Complement of bit 5. Bit 5: Latched Helix Arc Fault.

  • Page 126: Power In Dbw "6

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Event History Command Byte: '4' Response: A list of the last 100 faults. Each fault string has the following format: "AAAAAAAA YYMMDD HHMM!" The first eight bytes describe the fault, and the remaining bytes serve as a time-stamp. Each string is terminated by '!';...

  • Page 127: Attenuator Counts "8

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Attenuator Counts Command Byte: '8' Response: "XXXX" counts, ranging from 0 to 4095. This is the value written to the D-to-A converter which controls the attenuator. For estimated attenuation in dB, use the Advanced Query with parameter 'A'. Compatibility: Attenuator required.

  • Page 128: Get Serial Configuration "X

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Get Serial Configuration Command Byte: 'X' Parameters: '?' returns the configuration of the communications port that the query was received on. "1?" returns information on COM1. "2?" returns information on COM2. “R?” returns RS-485 Configuration. Response for ‘?’, ‘1?’, and ‘2?’: "CBBBBBBPDS"...

  • Page 129: Advanced Query

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Advanced Query Command Byte: '?' Description: The Advanced Query feature allows custom query sequences. It is a complete polling solution returning virtually any measurement you might want. Measurements are requested using a variable length parameter list. The length of the response will vary according to the measurements selected.
  • Page 130 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Parameter Information Requested Response Format ‘%’ Time and Date 16 Bytes: YYYY/MM/DD, hh:mm ‘!’ Extended Summary Status 4 bytes Byte A Summary Status Byte A Byte B Summary Status Byte B Byte C Bit 7 —...
  • Page 131 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Parameter Information Requested Response Format ‘L’ Low Power Alarm/Fault A XX.X in dBm (generate alarm) Trip point and setting F XX.X in dBm (generate fault) D XX.X in dBm (disabled) ‘l’ Low Power Alarm/Fault A XXXX in Watts (generate alarm) Trip point and setting F XXXX in Watts (generate fault)
  • Page 132 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Miscellaneous Setup Query Command Byte: ‘P‘ Examples: Query: PC? Returns: PCx C = Redundancy mode. x = mode 0 = No Waveguide Switch 1 = One WG Switch for ONE-FOR-ONE redundant mode 2 = One WG Switch for ONE-PLUS-ONE redundant mode 3 = Two WG Switches for ONE-FOR-ONE plus a load switch 4 = Reserved 5 = VPC System...

  • Page 133: Amplifier Commands

    Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Amplifier Commands Table 7, List of Amplifier Commands Command Command byte “A” High Voltage Off “B” Fault Reset “D” Go to Power (dBW) “E” Go to Power (Watts) “@” High Voltage On “F” Constant Power (dBW) “G”...
  • Page 134 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA High Voltage Off Command Byte: 'A' Function: Turns off high voltage. If the unit is in Filament Time Delay, this command ensures that high voltage will not turn on when Filament Time Delay ends. Fault Reset Command Byte: 'B' Function: Resets any of the HPA's resetable faults.
  • Page 135 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Constant Power (Watts) Command Byte: 'G' Function: The HPA seeks the specified power level until Constant Power is terminated by Goto Power (Command Byte ‘D’ or ‘E’) or Terminate Constant Power (Command Byte ‘H’). Also called "Auto Gain Stabilization," the Constant Power (Watts) command allows the user to operate an amplifier over extended periods of time while maintaining a set power level.
  • Page 136 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Set Attenuator Command Byte: 'K' Parameter: “XX.X” dB of attenuation OR “IX.X” to increase attenuation by X.X OR “DX.X” to decrease attenuation by X.X Function: Instantly sets the attenuator to the specified dB level. Use caution, as sudden large changes to output power can damage the TWT.
  • Page 137 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Reflected RF Trip Command Byte: 'O' Function: Sets a Reflected RF trip point. If reflected power exceeds the set point, an alarm or fault is generated, as specified by the user. (Note: A hardware Reflected RF Trip Point is pre-set at the factory. You cannot adjust the hardware trip point by changing the software trip point).
  • Page 138 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Redundancy Switch Control Command Byte: ‘U’ Format: ‘U3’ Activate override mode and switch in Amplifier Switch 2. ‘U2’ Activate override mode and switch in other Amplifier Switch 2. ‘U1’ Activate override mode and switch in Amplifier Switch 1. ‘U0’...
  • Page 139 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Time and Date Command Byte: ‘%’ Function: Sets the Amplifier internal clock. The clock is referenced when time stamping events as they are recorded. Parameter: “YYYY/MM/DD, hh:mm” Example: 2002/02/08, 13:01 YYYY = 2002 MM = 02 DD = 08 hh = 13...
  • Page 140 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Reject and ASCII Codes Command Reject Codes is a list of Reject Codes that are returned when an illegal or unsupported command is sent. ASCII Code Cross Reference is a cross reference list of the ASCII Codes that are used in generating the commands and queries of the protocol.
  • Page 141 Amplifier Communication and Protocol, XTRT, Touchscreen TWTA Table 6 , ASCII Code Cross Reference CHAR CHAR CHAR ‘ < > SPACE “ & ‘ MNC-0500-038 28 of 28 Revision 2 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S.
  • Page 142 Preventive Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Record of Changes ELECTRONIC APPROVAL. SEE PLM. Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Original Release 08/2001 ALCjr Format changes 08/2001 ALCjr Format change—Table of Contents, 09/2001 ALCjr List of Figures, List of Tables 9183 Original Release 10/12/2001 ALCjr 12737...
  • Page 143 Preventive Maintenance Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Preventive Maintenance ..........3 Requirements .

  • Page 144: Preventive Maintenance

    Preventive Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Requirements Refer to drawings in Appendix B when performing preventive maintenance. Weekly Using a soft damp cloth, clean the Front Panel. Monthly Perform the following: • Check the integrity of the output waveguide flange mounting bolts. Tighten as necessary. See the chapter titled Unpacking and Installation for waveguide tightening information.

  • Page 145: Maintenance Procedures

    Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Procedures Spare Amplifiers To insure the working integrity and future availability of spare amplifiers, Xicom Technology recommends that approximately six months after delivery amplifiers are operated for a period of 30 minutes to one hour. Use this procedure to test operate the spare amplifiers. 1 Inspect the test data provided with the amplifier and record the maximum value of helix current shown on the Small Signal Gain versus Frequency plot.

  • Page 146: Battery Disposal Instructions

    Preventive Maintenance Caution Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to comply could result in equipment damage. Battery Disposal Instructions General Information Replacement battery part number: 490-0008-001 Disposal of spent batteries should be performed by an authorized, professional disposal company which has the knowledge of the requirements of the Federal, the State and Local authorities...

  • Page 147: Wartungsverfahren

    Preventive Maintenance treatment prior to disposal (as required by U.S. Land Ban Restriction of the Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments of 1984). Wartungsverfahren Vorsicht Es besteht Explosionsgefahr wenn die Batterie durch einen unvorschriftsmäßigen Typ ersetzt wird. Entsorgen Sie verbrauchte Batterien gemäß Herstellerangaben. Nichtbeachten könnte Sachschaden verursachen.
  • Page 148 Preventive Maintenance Recovery Act (Gesetz über Bewahrung und Wiedergewinnung von Ressourcen (RCRA) hergeleitet werden, weder spezifisch gelistet noch ausgenommen. Das einzige möglicherweise bedenkliche Metall in der Zelle ist das Lithium-Metall, das nicht als giftiger Sondermüll gelistet oder charakterisiert ist. Eine größere Menge verbrauchter Zellen, und Batterien, die unbehandelt und nicht völlig entladen sind, werden als reaktiver Sondermüll betrachtet.
  • Page 149 Preventive Maintenance MNC-0600-001 8 of 8 Revision C EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Transfer of data herein by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the U.S.
  • Page 150 Service and Repair Service and Repair Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 08/2001 A.L. Crozier, Jr. Incorporate RMA Form and format 08/2001 A.L. Crozier, Jr. change Format changes—Table of Contents, 09/2001 A.L. Crozier, Jr. List of Figures, List of Tables 9183 Original Release 10/12/2001...
  • Page 151 Service and Repair Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Service and Repair ........... . 3 Introduction.

  • Page 152: Service And Repair

    Service and Repair Service and Repair Introduction Xicom Technology recommends that all equipment be returned to the Xicom factory or approved service centers for any calibration, tuning and repairs that require internal access to the equipment. Special training, procedures, test equipment, and maintenance manuals are required to service this equipment.

  • Page 153: Shipping Information

    Service and Repair Shipping Information Return the equipment in the original packing. If the original packing is not available use wooden boxes or double layer corrugated boxes. Ensure there is adequate packing material between the equipment and the outside box. Seal the container with heavy packing tape or metal bands.
  • Page 154 Service and Repair RMA REQUEST FORM DATE: WARRANTY: RMA: ORIG SHIP DATE: COMPLETED BY: ORIG SO : WARRANTY EXPIRES: CUSTOMER: MODEL: P/N: S/N: MODEL: P/N: S/N: INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Note: Please only return accessories as required to support repair testing REASON FOR RETURN: Has this unit been returned for repair before? Yes: USA:...
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  • Page 156 Operation Operation, System XTRT series Amplifiers Record of Changes Revision Description Date Initiated By Initial release. 03/17/2011 T. Fisher Page 1 of 15 MNC-0800-001 Revision 1 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S.
  • Page 157 Operation Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Overview ............................... 3 Variable Phase Combiner System ......................... 7 One for One System ............................ 13 Figure Title Page Number Figure 1 – System Status Screen (example VPC system) ................5 Figure 2 - Variable Phase Combined System ....................7 Figure 3 - Manual / Automatic Mode ......................
  • Page 158 Operation Overview The new Xicom XTRT series amplifiers are designed to control standard redundant and power combined systems without the need for an additional controller. These systems include: 1. One for One Redundant 2. One plus One Phase Combined (VPC) 3.
  • Page 159 Operation Amplifier Position Select In order for the graphical display on the XTRT amplifier to accurately depict the system configuration the amplifier must “know” its position in the system. Typically Xicom defines the position of the amplifiers as “A” the top most amplifier, “B” the next amplifier down and “C”...
  • Page 160 Operation Amplifier A System Tab status VPC Status Amplifier B status Figure 1 – System Status Screen (example VPC system) Manual /Automatic Select System Status Screen 1. Amplifier A status – The amplifier “A” icon depicts the operational status of the “A” amplifier: a.
  • Page 161 Operation 3. VPC status – This icon is specific to phased combined systems. A one for one system will have a round icon depicting the waveguide switch. The phase combine systems require a VPC that is a separate component and therefore another device that must be queried on the Ethernet buss.
  • Page 162 Operation Variable Phase Combiner System LOAD Power VPC ICON Figure 2 - Variable Phase Combined System ANTENNA Power VPC (variable phase combiner) ICON This icon shows the position of the VPC: 1. Phase combined to the Antenna (as shown) 2. Amplifier “A” to the antenna, amplifier “B” to the load 3.
  • Page 163 Operation LOAD Power ICON This is an indication of the RF power to load as reported by the VPC controller. ANTENNA Power ICON This is an indication of the RF power to antenna as reported by the VPC controller. Page 8 of 15 MNC-0800-001 Revision 1 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject...
  • Page 164 Operation Figure 3 - Manual / Automatic Mode Automatic Mode Manual / Automatic Mode Touching the automatic button displays the confirmation screen for enabling automatic switchover. VPC system when operating in automatic mode will have two different modes of operation: 1.
  • Page 165 Operation Figure 4 - Switching the VPC –Amplifier “A” RF routing Switching the VPC The VPC is a four position device it has four distinct modes of operation: 1. Phase combined to the Antenna 2. Amplifier “A” to the antenna, amplifier “B” to the load 3.
  • Page 166 Operation Figure 5 - Switching the VPC –Amplifier “B” RF Routing Page 11 of 15 MNC-0800-001 Revision 1 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Transfer of data herein by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the U.S.
  • Page 167 Operation Figure 6 - VPC System Configured and Operating Properly Page 12 of 15 MNC-0800-001 Revision 1 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Transfer of data herein by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the U.S.
  • Page 168 Operation One for One System Waveguide Switch Icon Figure 7 - One for One Redundant System Waveguide Switch ICON This icon shows the position of the waveguide switch 1. Amplifier “A” to the antenna / Amplifier “B” to the load 2.
  • Page 169 Operation Figure 8 - Manual / Automatic Mode Automatic Mode Manual / Automatic Mode Touching the automatic button displays the confirmation screen for enabling automatic switchover. The one for one system will perform several operations when operating in automatic mode. Upon sensing a fault in the ON-line amplifier the back-up amplifier will: 1.
  • Page 170 Operation Figure 9 - Switching the Waveguide Switch Switching the Waveguide Switch Touching the switch icon will provide the confirmation screen for changing the position of the switch. Note: For system setup and test purposes it is allowed to switch the waveguide switch while in automatic mode.
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  • Page 188 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Record of Changes ELECTRONIC APPROVAL. SEE PLM. Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By 10125 Original Release 08/05/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10516 Add X and DBS Band Information 12/06/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12612 Add Note about 10 MHz Reference;...
  • Page 189 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter ........3 Overview.
  • Page 190 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Overview The function of the BUC (Block Upconverter) is to convert the baseband input from a modem at an IF (intermediate frequency) to the system transmit frequency. The BUC accepts an intermediate frequency, mixes it with a highly stable LO (local oscillator) and passes it through a series of circuits that filter and amplify the signal to produce an output in the desired transmission band.
  • Page 191 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Functional Description The block diagram in Figure 3 provides a schematic for the BUC. The input of the BUC provides diplexing to direct the reference frequency to the LO Synthesizer and IF frequency to the mixer. The synthesizer generates the LO frequency from the reference frequency and filters it to eliminate unwnated harmonics.
  • Page 192 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Figure 3, Detailed BUC Block Diagram Setup and Turn On In the normal operating condition the modem provides both L-Band and 10 MHz reference inputs. Other BUC configurations have a built-in (internal) 10 MHz references which operate as either standalone or phase locked to the 10 MHz input provided by the modem.
  • Page 193 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter The output frequency accuracy depends on the accuracy of the refer- ence and IF frequencies. The determining ratios for the frequency Bands are: Ku Band — (12.8 GHz / Reference Frequency) X Reference • Offset = Output Offset. C Band —...
  • Page 194 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Reference Oscillator Drift Compensation Over extended time periods, the 10MHz reference oscillator changes frequency due to temperature / aging and results in a shift in the output frequency that can exceed +/- 10kHz. Depending on the system budget, the converter must be re-adjusted to stay within its allocated transponder band and within the receiver acquisition range.
  • Page 195 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Figure 5, Internal Phase Locked Oscillator with External Input MNC-0000-015 8 of 10 Revision F EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Transfer of data herein by any means to a Foreign Person, whether in the U.S.
  • Page 196 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter External Reference Detection and Lock Fault Configuration: There are three faults related to the external reference. The behavior of these faults is configurable via specific factory configuration serial commands. It is best to specify the desired behavior at the time of order, but the configuration may be adjusted in the field by factory trained personnel.
  • Page 197 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter upconverter fault when the fault condition is corrected, by enabling the Auto Clear Upconverter Fault feature. Factory Default Settings: The factory default settings of the upconverter and reference frequency are listed below in Table 1. These settings have been chosen to allow HPA functionality with the simplest setup.
  • Page 198 Operation Addendum, Internal 10MHz reference with Upconverter Bypass Feature Operation Addendum, Internal 10MHz reference with Upconverter Bypass Feature Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 03/01/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr. MNC-0000-038 Revision 1 EAR EXPORT CONTROLLED: The information contained in this Manual refers or relates to a product that is subject to the U.S.
  • Page 199 Operation Addendum, Internal 10MHz reference with Upconverter Bypass Feature Operation Addendum, Internal 10MHz reference with Upconverter Bypass Feature Description The internal block upconverter can be bypassed for operation with an input of 13.75 to 14.5 GHz.. For operation in this mode do the following: •...

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