NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Table of contents Contents Release control record Responding to alarms Corrective maintenance Electrostatic protection Identifying an alarm Responding to alarms 1-41 Removing and reinstalling RF power modules 1-45 Troubleshooting RF power modules 1-48 Control/exciter panel board removal/replacement...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Table of contents Parts Lists Parts information Family tree How to locate information about a specific part Column content OEM code to manufacturer’s cross-reference Common abbreviations/acronyms Wiring/connector lists Wiring lists provided Wiring lists not provided Connector mating information...
• Other Module Replacement Procedures - see page 1-40 If none of the procedures and alarms described in this section address your problem, contact Nautel for assistance. Corrective maintenance Corrective maintenance procedures consist of identifying and correcting defects or deficiencies that arise during transmitter operation.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Remote troubleshooting Remote on-air troubleshooting consists of monitoring the transmitter's radiated signal using an on-air monitor, and observing the status of each remote fault alarm indicator. Information obtained from these sources should enable an operator to decide whether an alarm response may be deferred to a more convenient time, an immediate corrective action must be taken, or if a standby transmitter must be enabled (if one is available).
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Electrostatic protection The transmitter's assemblies contain semiconductor devices that are susceptible to damage from electrostatic discharge. The following precautions must be observed when handling an assembly which contains these devices. CAUTION: Electrostatic energy is produced when two insulating materials are rubbed together.
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Identifying an alarm The best way to identify an alarm is by viewing the front panel’s Transmitter Status page (Figure 1.1). If an alarm exists, the Status button at the bottom of the AUI display will be red. Press or click the Status button to go to the Transmitter Status page.
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5. If the troubleshooting and subsequent replacement of a suspect PWB or RF power module does not remove the fault condition, contact Nautel. NOTE: Before undertaking any troubleshooting, record all AUI meter readings and note if any other alarms are displayed on the Transmitter Status page .
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Table 1.1: Troubleshooting Alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Controller: Audio Loss This alarm occurs if the modulation level is below the preset Shutdown threshold for the designated period of time set in the Audio Loss settings of the current preset, and the desired action was set to RF Inhibit.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Controller: Combiner This alarm will only occur if the transmitter is connected in a Interlock Open combined system. The alarm indicates that the interlock signal from the combiner is open. When this alarm occurs, the transmitter immediately inhibits the PDM and the transmitter's output power drops to 0 W.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Controller: EEPROM This alarm occurs when the transmitter is unable to read the Failure: Config following settings from EEPROM upon boot-up. The transmitter will revert to its initial default settings, which may be different from the values set before the transmitter was shipped.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Controller: EEPROM This alarm occurs when the transmitter is unable to read its RF Failure: Potentiometers Symmetry Adjustment calibration from EEPROM upon boot-up. The alarm will remain asserted until the RF Symmetry has been re-calibrated.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Controller: Exciter A (or This alarm occurs when the controller is configured to expect B) Not Responding exciter A (or B) is installed, and it has failed to receive any serial response from that exciter.
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PWB is not damaged. If not, verify the Fast SWR Shutback threshold is set properly (contact Nautel to obtain the correct setting for your transmitter). If this threshold is set...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Controller: GPS Not This alarm indicates the transmitter is configured to use a GPS Responding sync PWB as a frequency and phase reference, but the controller is not receiving communication from the GPS sync PWB. The...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Controller: High RF This alarm indicates the controller's RF Drive Duty Cycle meter Drive has risen above 60% for longer than 10 seconds. This alarm will cause an exciter changeover, if automatic changeover is enabled and the transmitter is operating on the main exciter.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Controller: Internal This alarm will only be seen in transmitter logs, and indicates that Watchdog Reset the controller was reset by its internal watchdog. If this alarm persists, replace the control/interface PWB (see “Control/interface...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Controller: Low RF Drive This alarm indicates the controller's RF Drive Duty Cycle meter has fallen below 40% for longer than 10 seconds. This alarm will cause an exciter changeover, if automatic changeover is enabled and the transmitter is operating on the main exciter.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Controller: Rack 1 Not This alarm indicates that the controller is no longer receiving serial Responding communication from Rack 1. No action is taken. Check the wiring and connections between the control/interface PWB and the rack interface PWB and verify there is no damage.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Exciter A/B: Audio Loss This alarm occurs as a result of the modulation being below the specified threshold for the designated period of time set in the remote AUI’s Audio Loss tab for the current preset.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Exciter A/B: Cutback The forward power has been reduced due to multiple shutbacks. “Cutback:” on page 1-8 of the Operations & Maintenance Manual for a description of the cutback routine. Check for associated alarms and refer to their troubleshooting information to determine the specific cause of the cutback.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Exciter A/B: High B+ This alarm indicates that the B+ voltage measured by the exciter Voltage exceeded the B+ setpoint by more than 20 V for at least ten (10) seconds.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Exciter A/B: High This alarm indicates either the average temperature of the 10 Temperature Foldback hottest power modules in the transmitter has exceeded 80 degrees Celsius, or the rectifier heatsink temperature has...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Exciter A/B: No Carrier This alarm will occur when the transmitter’s Sync Source is set to Sync Signal Present GPS Sync Card or Combiner and the 10 MHz or 1 kHz synchronization signal is either not present or out of specification.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Exciter A/B: Over This alarm indicates the peak RF current at the output of the Current Shutback transmitter has exceeded the Peak RF Current Limit. This alarm causes the transmitter to immediately shut down its RF output and then recover.
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If the operating frequency has been changed inadvertently, change the frequency back to its original setting. If a frequency change has been performed, recalibrate the exciter per the Nautel provided frequency change procedure. Exciter A/B: SWR...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Exciter A/B: Transmitter This alarm indicates that the associated exciter has not been Type Not Set informed of the type of transmitter it has been installed in. If the...
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Exgine: System Error This alarm acts as a summary alarm for a number of unexpected Exgine system conditions, such as failed memory checks or internal configuration errors. Contact Nautel Customer Service to troubleshoot this issue. Module: +15V Fail This alarm indicates the RF power module’s +15 V power supply is below +13.5 V or above +16.5 V.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Module #: External This alarm indicates the PDM cable has been disconnected from Disable Active the front of the RF power module, which causes the power module to be immediately disabled. If this alarm occurs, reconnect the PDM drive cable associated with that RF power module.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Module #: High RF Drive This alarm indicates the RF drive duty cycle as measured by the RF power module is above 65%. The affected RF power module is immediately disabled.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Module #: Low Fan 1 (or This alarm occurs if the RF power module is expected to produce 2) Speed RF power and the fan (1 or 2) tachometer drops below 1650 RPM.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Module #: This alarm indicates the RF power module's PDM Duty Cycle Overmodulation meter is above 95%. Verify the modulation being applied to the transmitter is not too high. Try swapping the RF power module with an RF power module that is not showing this alarm.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Rack #: Arc Detector 1 This alarm indicates that the transmitter’s arc detector has detected an arc and caused the transmitter to shut back. Due to the sensitivity of the arc detector, it is possible for an external UV source to cause this alarm.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Rack #: High B+ Voltage If the B+ voltage is more than 10 V above the B+ voltage set point, the rack interface will attempt to decrease the rectifier’s output. If...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Rack #: Low B+ Voltage If the B+ voltage falls to more than 15% below the B+ voltage set point, the rack interface will attempt to turn up the rectifier output voltage.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Rack #: +15 V A (or B) The digital fault reporting output of either +15 V power supply (U3 Fail or U4) is active. If the overall +15 V Fail alarm is active, follow the troubleshooting steps for that alarm.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Alarm (with Prefix) Description and Troubleshooting Action Rack #: +48 V A (or B) If the overall +48 V Fail alarm is active, follow the troubleshooting Fail steps for that alarm. Otherwise, check continuity of the cabling between the associated +48 V power supply and the rack interface PWB.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Table 1.2: Troubleshooting Summary Alarms Summary Alarm Name, AUI (front Description and Triggering Alarms panel UI) Audio Loss Summary This summary alarm is triggered if any of the following audio loss related alarms (Audio Loss Summary)
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Table 1.2: Troubleshooting Summary Alarms Summary Alarm Name, AUI (front Description and Triggering Alarms panel UI) External Fault This summary alarm is triggered if any of the following external alarms occur: Summary (External Summary)
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Table 1.2: Troubleshooting Summary Alarms Summary Alarm Name, AUI (front Description and Triggering Alarms panel UI) Maintenance Fault This summary alarm is triggered if any of the following maintenance related Summary alarms occur: (Maintenance...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Table 1.2: Troubleshooting Summary Alarms Summary Alarm Name, AUI (front Description and Triggering Alarms panel UI) Off Air Summary This summary alarm is triggered if any of the following off-air related alarms (Off Air Summary)
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Table 1.2: Troubleshooting Summary Alarms Summary Alarm Name, AUI (front Description and Triggering Alarms panel UI) Power Supply Fault This summary alarm is triggered if any of the following power supply related Summary alarms occur:...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Table 1.3: Module Replacement Procedures Module Replacement Procedure RF Power Module page 1-45 Power Amplifier MOSFET page 1-51 Modulator MOSFET page 1-53 Remote Interface PWB page 1-55 Digital AM Exciter PWB page 1-55 Control/Interface PWB...
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Responding to alarms Controller: External PDM Inhibit The external PDM inhibit is wired to the control/interface PWB. A Controller: External PDM Inhibit alarm indicates that an external PDM inhibit command is present. The alarm could be caused by an short circuit in the external wiring path to the control/ interface PWB or a fault in the switching circuitry on the control/interface PWB.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms 5. If 15 V is present on J6-5 and J6-1, the external interlock circuit is open (normally caused by an open interlock switch). Module faults There are many alarms on the AUI, prefixed by the text Module , that indicate faults related to one or more of the 10 RF power modules in a cabinet.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms RF power module troubleshooting Refer to “Removing and reinstalling RF power modules” on page 1-45 for removal and installation instructions and then refer to “Troubleshooting RF power modules” on page 1-48 for detailed troubleshooting information.
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2. If the transformer taps are correct, the monitoring circuit is suspect. Contact Nautel for troubleshooting information. Page 1-44...
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Removing and reinstalling RF power modules Removing an RF power module 1. Confirm the location of the RF power module that is being removed. Note the alarm text includes a Module serial address that is also identified on the front panel of each RF power module.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Figure 1.2: Disabling/Enabling an RF Power Module Green indicates enabled. Click to disable (will turn red); click again to re-enable (will turn green) Page 1-46 Issue 5.0 2016-05-06...
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RF power module is enabled. You should hear a relay in the back of the transmitter pick up (energize). 5. Upgrade the subsystem software using the AUI’s Upgrade Software page under the System Settings menu. See the NX25/NX15 Operations and Maintenance Manual for detailed instructions. Figure 1.3: RF Power Module Locations...
• A soldering iron and desoldering tool. • An NX25/NX15 spares kit (contains replacement semi-conductors). Electrostatic Precautions The RF power module contains semiconductor devices that are susceptible to damage from electrostatic discharge. Be sure to follow the electrostatic precautions in “Electrostatic protection”...
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2. If the diode is not satisfactory, replace the it by desoldering its surface-mount leads and case from the PWB. Locate a replacement diode (Nautel Part # QM54) in the spares kit, if purchased, and solder it to the PWB, noting correct orientation.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Figure 1.4: RF Power Module MOSFET and Diode Location G D S G D S Modulator MOSFETs G D S Freewheel diode Partial View of NAPA34 Modulator/Power Amplifier PWB Some parts removed for clarity...
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5. Ensure the surface of the chassis/heat sink is clean and free of debris. 6. Obtain a replacement MOSFET (Nautel Part # QR) and a new thermal pad (Nautel Part # HAK55) from the spares kit, if purchased, and install them on the RF power module chassis using the two M4 screws removed in step 3.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Figure 1.5: Power Amplifier FET Replacement Page 1-52 Issue 5.0 2016-05-06...
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6. Apply a thin film of thermal compound to the heatsink. 7. Obtain a replacement MOSFET (Nautel Part # QR75) from the spares kit, if purchased, and install it on the heat sink using the alignment post on the heat sink as an installation aid.
AM exciter PWBs and the remote interface PWB. NOTE: To remove the control/interface PWB, you must first remove either the remote interface PWB or both digital AM exciter PWBs. Figure 1.6: NX25/NX15 Control/Exciter Panel Remote Control/ Interface PWB...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Remote interface PWB replacement 1. Remove and retain six sets of mounting hardware from the remote interface PWB (A11A4). 2. Pull the remote interface PWB away from the control/interface PWB (A11A1). It may be helpful to gently pry the connector loose with a screwdriver.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Figure 1.8: NCode Uploader Menu Page 1-56 Issue 5.0 2016-05-06...
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In this case, repeat Step 2 through Step 6 for the operational exciter’s digital AM exciter PWB. If there is no operational exciter, contact Nautel for the required calibration data. Issue 5.0 2016-05-06 Page 1-57...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Figure 1.10: Upload DSP Firmware Menu - Select an Option 8. Remove and retain four sets of mounting hardware from the digital AM exciter PWB being replaced (A11A2 or A11A3). 9. Pull the digital AM exciter PWB away from the control/interface PWB (A11A1). It may be helpful to gently pry the connector loose with a screwdriver.
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16. On the front panel AUI, reset any active alarms. 17. Upgrade the subsystem software using the AUI’s Upgrade Software page under the System Settings menu. See the NX25/NX15 Operations and Maintenance Manual for detailed instructions. 18. Set the transmitter to its RF On state.
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7. Remove and retain 13 sets of mounting hardware from the control/interface PWB (A11A1). 8. Obtain a replacement control/interface PWB (Nautel Part # NAPC160B/01). 9. Set the COMB CONT INTLK (E1) and REMOTE SUPPLY (E3) jumpers on the replacement PWB to the same positions as the defective PWB.
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Step 14. Upgrade the subsystem software using the AUI’s Upgrade Software page under the System Settings menu. See the NX25/NX15 Operations and Maintenance Manual for detailed instructions. GPS Sync PWB replacement 1. Remove and retain four sets of mounting hardware from the GPS sync PWB being replaced (A11A5).
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms PDM Drive Distribution PWB replacement WARNING: Lethal voltages exist inside the transmitter when the power is turned on. Turn off the power at the source and verify the 10 bright green LEDs on the power module interface PWBs - in the back of each cabinet - are off before removing any connections or PWBs.
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms RF drive distribution PWB replacement WARNING: Lethal voltages exist inside the transmitter when the power is turned on. Turn off the power at the source and wait until the 10 bright green LEDs on the power module interface PWBs - in the back of each cabinet - are off before removing any connections or PWBs.
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Rack Interface PWB replacement WARNING: Lethal voltages exist inside the transmitter when the power is turned on. Turn off the power at the source and wait until the 10 bright green LEDs on the power module interface PWBs - in the back of each cabinet - are off before removing any connections or PWBs.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms 6. Obtain a replacement rack interface PWB (Nautel Part # NAPI152A) and set DIP switch S1 as follows. S1 Position A6 Setting OPEN OPEN OPEN CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED OPEN OPEN 7. Reverse Step 1...
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms SCR Rectifier Inspection/Replacement WARNING: Lethal voltages exist inside the transmitter when the power is turned on. Turn off the power at the source and wait until the 10 bright green LEDs on the power module interface PWBs - in the back of each cabinet - are off before removing any connections or assemblies.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms 2. If you are responding to a Rectifier Fan 1 (or 2) Fail alarm (if not, proceed to Step 3), inspect the SCR rectifier assembly’s cooling fans (see Figure 1.14 on page 1-66) for debris that might restrict proper movement of the fan blades.
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms Low Voltage Power Supply Replacement WARNING: Lethal voltages exist inside the transmitter when the power is turned on. Turn off the power at the source and wait until the 10 bright green LEDs on the power module interface PWBs - in the back of each cabinet - are off before removing any connections or assemblies.
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Responding to alarms 4. Remove the power supply module from the transmitter, noting its reference designation (U3 through U7) should be marked on the side panel near the module. 5. Reverse Step 1 through Step 4 to reinstall the new power supply module. Reconnect all wiring.
Remote interface PWB (NAPI106) - see page 2-8 • RF power module (NAP39A) - see page 2-9 NX25/NX15 electrical schematics The descriptions in this section all refer to the NX25/NX15 electrical schematics listed in Table 5.1 on page 5-5 of the NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions The RF drive signals are applied to high speed comparators U13:A and U42:A, which are used to generate a square wave. These comparators also receive threshold data from digital potentiometer U38, which acts to control the RF drive duty cycle. The outputs of the high speed comparators are applied to multiplexer U22, which selects the active RF drive signal based on the status of the Select Side B input on U22-1.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions Synchronization input selection Various synchronization inputs (1 PPS, 1 kHz and 10 MHz) can be applied to the control/interface PWB. Selection circuits determine which sources (A or B, then internal or external) provide the signals applied to the digital AM exciter PWBs via connectors J17 (exciter A) and J19 (exciter B).
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions RF monitor circuit Forward and reflected power samples of the transmitter’s RF output are applied from the RF output filter to the Fwd Pwr Sample (J4-1) and Refld Pwr Sample (J4-7) inputs. One of these inputs, as selected by RF MON switch S5, is applied through variable gain amplifier U67, current feedback amplifier U64:A and transformer T1 to the RF MONITOR BNC output (J7).
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions Digital AM exciter PWB (NAPE78A/01) Figure 2.1 on page 2-5. Detailed electrical schematics have not been included in this manual. Figure 2.1: Block Diagram - Digital Exciter Block Diagram The DSP (U25) is an Analog Devices BF533 “Blackfin” IC. It provides initial data conditioning, including initial filtering and interpolation of incoming audio or digital radio data before it is applied to the FPGA.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions Figure 2.2: Block Diagram - FPGA Equalizer Equalizer 8x FIR 8x FIR AM/AM AM/AM 32x CIC 32x CIC 9 Phase PDM 9 Phase PDM I,Q to Mag I,Q to Mag 9 PDM 9 PDM FIR –...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions Audio and IBOC digitization Differential analog audio is applied to J2-10 (+) and J2-22 (-). Differential line receiver U29 converts the incoming audio to a single-ended signal and ADC U35 digitizes the signal. Analog audio can also be applied - in AES/EBU format - to J2-8.
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions RS-485 interface Communications between the exciter and the front panel AUI are performed via an RS485 serial bus. The front panel AUI sends configuration settings for the exciter, such as operating frequency, power level and audio input. The exciter sends status and error conditions to the AUI.
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions RF power module (NAP39A) See electrical schematics Figures SD-24 and SD-25. The RF power module is effectively four wideband RF amplifiers for the AM broadcast frequency band (530 - 1710 kHz). It operates from a 400 V dc bus with a carrier output level of 2500 W and can deliver peak power levels of 13.25 kW.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions FET Driver FET drivers U12:A, U14:A and U15:A are capable of switching at very high speeds and sinking/ sourcing high amounts of current. These devices switch the energy required to turn the modulator power MOSFETs’ gates on and off. They also contain enable circuitry that allows the PDM signals to be interrupted immediately during a fault condition.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions The modulator filter’s output voltage is across capacitors C116 and C117, but is not ground referenced. The output (PA voltage) applied to the RF power amplifier will be positive and is the sum of a dc component (carrier level) and an ac component (modulating source). The output voltage is related directly to the PDM positive duty cycle.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions Gate Drive Circuit Each RF power MOSFET is driven individually by gate driver IC's U23:A, U24:A, U26:A, and U29:A. The #RF_Drive_Enable+ is controlled by microcontroller U22 through Q5. This allows the microcontroller to perform proper shutdown sequencing during a fault condition.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions Fast RF drive loss detection is accomplished using XOR gate U25:A and comparator U18:A. The XOR gate monitors both RF drive signals and, during normal operation, delivers a short low pulse during the dead time between the two drive signals. If one of the drive signals is lost the XOR gate produces a longer pulse equal to half of the carrier period plus two dead times.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions Control, Monitoring and Protection Microprocessor U22 performs all control, monitoring, and protection services required. It monitors analog samples and alarm conditions and will report back to a rack master controller via a serial data bus.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions During normal operation the RF shorting relay is in an open state. U22 sends out a 5 V pulse for 50 ms to the gate of Q4. This allows Q4 to conduct current through the ‘release’ coil causing the RF shorting relay to open its contacts.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions Fast overcurrent conditions are detected through the use of an internal comparator of U22. The unfiltered dc current sample flows through diode CR10 and receives high frequency filtering with R91 and C91. This voltage is applied to the comparator input AIN0 (pin 10) of U22. The comparator reference voltage is applied to AIN1 (pin 11) of U22 and is set through resistors R84 and R85.
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Detailed Circuit Descriptions Each power module monitors the tachometer signals from both fans that are Fan Tach A and B: operating within its respective column. The fan tachometer output is an open collector output that will switch on and off in direct relation to the fan speed. Pullup resistors R88 and R73 provide switching signals from 0 to 5 V.
(Figure 3.1 on page 3-7) and identify the block(s) associated with the Nautel nomenclature. At the bottom of each family tree block, a reference is made to “See Part Number Index Table”. Locate the part's reference designation in the identified reference designation list in this section, noting they are sorted alphanumerically.
Nautel part (e.g., 207-8564-01) • optional kits that are assigned a numbered Nautel part To obtain the full reference designation for a specific part the Nautel configuration control number must be located in the family tree (Figure 3.1 on page 3-7) to include the reference designation of all higher level assemblies.
Nautel's normal supply source for that part. Note: OEM code 37338 is listed for parts manufactured by Nautel or to a Nautel control drawing. United States of America customers should refer all replacement part orders to Nautel Maine Incorporated (OEM code 57655).
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Parts Lists Common abbreviations/acronyms The following abbreviations/acronyms may appear in the Description of Part column: • Denotes item is designed to be installed using Surface Mount Technology. • Denotes item is a Mass Termination Assembly connector. •...
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207-8578-01 Cableform, RF NX15/NX25 REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE Cable, Ethernet, 56", Shld, Black, 28AWG, 80degC, UA203 PCF-S56I- with guard UA203G(RoHS) Not Used NOT USED 37338 Cable, Ethernet, 67", Shld, Black, 28AWG, 80degC, UA214 PCF-S67I- with guard...
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207-8579-02 Cableform, PDM NX25 (RLS 3) REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE Not Used NOT USED 37338 Cable, Ethernet, 33", Shld, Black, 28AWG, 80degC, UA212 PCF-S33I- with guard UA212G(RoHS) Not Used NOT USED 37338 Cable, Ethernet, 21", Shld, Black, 28AWG, 80degC,...
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Header, 4-pin, Square, Pol,0.1", Rt Angle, PCB mount JT157 22053041 13150 Installed at Next Higher Assy INSTALLED AT NEXT 37338 HIGHER ASSY NAE96C/01 Control/Exciter Panel Assy.NX15/NX25-NX100 REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE Control/Interface PWB Assy, NXSeries NAPC160B/01 207-3030-04...
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NAPA34A Modulator/RF Amplifier PWBAssy, NX Series REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE C001 Cap,SMT,Ceramic,0.1uF,10%,50V,X7R,0805 CCFS07 C0805C104K5RAC 31433 C002 Cap,SMT,Ceramic,1uF,10%,100V,X7R,1210 CCFS60 12101C105KAT2A(RO AVX CORP C003 Not Used NOT USED 37338 C004 Not Used NOT USED 37338 C005 Cap,SMT,Tantalum,10uF,10%,35V,2917 CTFS03...
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Continued from previous page NAPA34A Modulator/RF Amplifier PWBAssy, NX Series REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE C035 Not Used NOT USED 37338 C036 Not Used NOT USED 37338 C037 Not Used NOT USED 37338 C038 Not Used NOT USED...
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Continued from previous page NAPI152A Rack Interface PWB Assy REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE C184 Cap,SMT,Ceramic,0.47uF,10%,25V,X7R,0805 CCFS09 C0805C474K3RAC 31433 C185 Cap,SMT,Ceramic,0.047uF,10%,50V,X7R,0603 CCFS06 C0603C473K5RAC 31433 C186 Not Used NOT USED 37338 C187 Not Used NOT USED 37338 C188...
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Continued from previous page NAPI152A Rack Interface PWB Assy REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE R216 Not Used NOT USED 37338 R217 Not Used NOT USED 37338 R218 Resistor, SMT, 3.9 Ohms, 1%, 1W, 2512 RAD58 ERJ-1TRQF3R9U R219...
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Continued from previous page NAPI152A Rack Interface PWB Assy REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE R253 Resistor, SMT, 3.9 Ohms, 1%, 1W, 2512 RAD58 ERJ-1TRQF3R9U R254 Not Used NOT USED 37338 R255 Not Used NOT USED 37338 R256...
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Continued from previous page NAPI152A Rack Interface PWB Assy REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE Signal Transformer, 1.1VA230V/36V TD46 DST-2-36 08779 TP07 Terminal, SMT, Test Point, PWB HAJ66 TP-107-02-1- T(RoHS) COMPONENTS CORP TP15 Terminal, SMT, Test Point, PWB...
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Continued from previous page NAPI154 PDM Drive Distribution PWB REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE Resistor,SMT,MF,475ohms,1%,1/10W,0603 RFFS34 RK73H1JLTD4750F 59124 Resistor,SMT,MF,475ohms,1%,1/10W,0603 RFFS34 RK73H1JLTD4750F 59124 Not Used NOT USED 37338 Resistor,SMT,MF,475ohms,1%,1/10W,0603 RFFS34 RK73H1JLTD4750F 59124 Resistor,SMT,MF,475ohms,1%,1/10W,0603 RFFS34 RK73H1JLTD4750F 59124 Resistor,SMT,MF,475ohms,1%,1/10W,0603 RFFS34...
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Continued from previous page NAPI154 PDM Drive Distribution PWB REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE Not Used NOT USED 37338 Not Used NOT USED 37338 Resistor,SMT,MF,475ohms,1%,1/10W,0603 RFFS34 RK73H1JLTD4750F 59124 Resistor,SMT,MF,475ohms,1%,1/10W,0603 RFFS34 RK73H1JLTD4750F 59124 Not Used NOT USED 37338...
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Continued from previous page NAPI154 PDM Drive Distribution PWB REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE IC,SMT,Quad RS-422 DIFF LineDriver UD66 DS26C31T/DS26C31M NATIONAL (STATIC) IC,SMT,Quad RS-422 DIFF LineDriver UD66 DS26C31T/DS26C31M NATIONAL (STATIC) IC,SMT,Quad RS-422 DIFF LineDriver UD66 DS26C31T/DS26C31M NATIONAL...
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Continued from previous page NAPI154 PDM Drive Distribution PWB REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE IC,SMT,Quad RS-422 DIFF LineDriver UD66 DS26C31T/DS26C31M NATIONAL (STATIC) IC,SMT,Quad RS-422 DIFF LineDriver UD66 DS26C31T/DS26C31M NATIONAL (STATIC) IC,SMT,Quad RS-422 DIFF LineDriver UD66 DS26C31T/DS26C31M NATIONAL...
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NAPI95A/02 Power Module Interface PWB REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE Capacitor, Electrolytic, 470uF450V CBP15 381LR471M450A052 14655 CORNELL Not Used NOT USED 37338 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 470uF450V CBP15 381LR471M450A052 14655 CORNELL Not Used NOT USED 37338 Capacitor, Elect, 1000uF 50V...
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Continued from previous page NAPI95A/02 Power Module Interface PWB REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE MTA, Keyed Square Post HeaderAssy, 4 pin JU25 647123-4 00779 Not Used NOT USED 37338 MTA, Keyed Square Post HeaderAssy, 4 pin JU25...
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Continued from previous page NARA59C Final Assy, NX15/NX25 (RLS 5) REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE Control Door Assy-NX Series 207-2010-06 207-2010-06 37338 Voltage Probe Assy, NX15/ NX25 207-6111 207-6111 37338 Current Probe-NX25, 50,100,200 207-6213-04 207-6213-04 37338 Directional Coupler (FWD/REFLPWR) for NX15/NX25...
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Continued from previous page NARA59C Final Assy, NX15/NX25 (RLS 5) REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE See Master Work Order * SEE MASTER 37338 WORK ORDER See Master Work Order * SEE MASTER 37338 WORK ORDER See Master Work Order...
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NAX243A B+ Distribution Assy REFDES DESCRIPTION NAUTEL # VENDOR # OEM CODE Fuse, 70A, 600V, Class J, OpenIndicator FD24 AJT70 3WCG0 Fuse, 70A, 600V, Class J, OpenIndicator FD24 AJT70 3WCG0 Fuse, 70A, 600V, Class J, OpenIndicator FD24 AJT70 3WCG0 Fuse, 70A, 600V, Class J, OpenIndicator...
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Wiring/connector lists Section 4: Wiring/connector lists This section contains the wiring information for the hard-wired assemblies of the transmitter, and applicable connector mating information. Wiring lists provided Wiring lists are provided in tabular format. Table 4.1 on page 4-2 lists the tables containing wiring information.
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Table 4.1: Wiring Lists Provided Table # Description Table 4.3 NX25/NX15 Transmitter - Wiring List (page 4-2) Fan Tray Assembly (Nautel Part Number: 207-8133) - Wiring List Table 4.5 (page 4-11) Table 4.2: Connector Mating Information Provided Table # Description NX25/NX15 Transmitter - Connector Mating Information ( Table 4.4...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Wiring/connector lists Table 4.3: NX25 Transmitter - Wiring List Source Destination Wire # Color Size Remarks A46U8-(AC1) A46C1-(+) White A46U8-(AC2) A46C2-(+) White A46U9-(AC1) A46C3-(+) White A46U8-(+) A46K1-1 White A46U9-(+) A46K1-1 White A46R7-2 A46K1-2 Yellow P01-01 P06-01 White...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Wiring/connector lists Table 4.3: NX25 Transmitter - Wiring List Source Destination Wire # Color Size Remarks P08-02 P14-02 White P08-03 P14-03 White P08-04 P14-04 Black P08-05 P14-05 White P08-06 P14-06 White P08-07 P14-07 Black P08-08 P14-08 White...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Wiring/connector lists Table 4.3: NX25 Transmitter - Wiring List Source Destination Wire # Color Size Remarks P09-21 P16-03 White P09-23 P16-02 White P09-24 A48U1TB3-8 Black P10-01 P15-01 White P10-05 P15-05 White P10-06 P15-06 Black P11-01 U5-(V-) Black...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Wiring/connector lists Table 4.3: NX25 Transmitter - Wiring List Source Destination Wire # Color Size Remarks P17-06 P27-08 Shield T1XF1-2 White XF12, COM Fuse (L) T1XF1-4 White XF14, LINE Fuse (R) U3-L T1XF1-2 White U3-N T1XF1-4 White...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Wiring/connector lists Table 4.3: NX25 Transmitter - Wiring List Source Destination Wire # Color Size Remarks Line 2-2 P35-2 Brown Line 3-2 P35-3 Gray GND Near A48 P35-4 Grn/Ylw W65P1-(+) E1-B Blk/Ws W65P1-(-) E2-B Black W61P1 W61P2...
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NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Wiring/connector lists Table 4.3: NX25 Transmitter - Wiring List Source Destination Wire # Color Size Remarks T1-LINE2 Line 2-2 Black T1-LINE3 Line 3-2 Black Page 4-8 Issue 5.0 2016-05-06...
• Capacitor values are shown in microfarads (uF) • Unidentified diodes are part number 1N4938 (Nautel Part # QAP29) Graphic symbols The graphic symbols used on electrical schematics are in accordance with American National Standard ANSI Y32.2-1975 - Graphic Symbols for Electrical and Electronic Diagrams.
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual Reading Electrical Schematics Unique symbols Nautel uses unique symbols on electrical schematics to describe logic (two-state) signals. These signals differ from single-state signals or analog signals that may have multiple values. Type of inputs and outputs On electrical schematics, names used to describe logic (two-state) input and output signals are prefixed with a # symbol.
3-1. Follow the family tree branches to the block that contains the desired reference designation, and associated Nautel nomenclature (e.g., NAPA34A Modulator/Power Amplifier PWB ). Note the reference designations and Nautel nomenclatures of all higher assemblies in the path. Example: A15 NAP39A RF Power Module > A15A1 NAPA34A Modulator/Power Amplifier PWB .
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2. Follow the family tree branches to the block that contains the desired reference designation, while noting the Nautel nomenclatures and names of all higher assemblies in the path. Example: A15 NAP39A RF Power Module > A15A1 NAPA34A Modulator/Power Amplifier PWB .
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NX25/NX15 Transmitter - Exciter Stage SD-3 NX25/NX15 Transmitter - Control/Monitor Stage SD-4 NX25/NX15 Transmitter - RF Power Stage (Sheet 1 of 2) SD-5 NX25/NX15 Transmitter - RF Power Stage (Sheet 2 of 2) SD-6 NX25/NX15 Transmitter - 5 kW RF Power Block...
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W61P2 NOTE: SEE FIGURE SD-6 FOR 5kW RF POWER BLOCK DETAIL PDM 1 (+) PDM 1 (-) (PART 1 OF 5) (PART 2 OF 5) (PART 3 OF 5) (PART 4 OF 5) (PART 5 OF 5) GROUP A PDM 2 (+) PDM 3 (+) PDM 3 (-) PDM 2 (-)
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CAPACITOR BANK 3 RF TRANSFORMER PART OF A5 (SAME AS ABOVE) CAPACITOR BANK 1 CAPACITOR BANK 2 RF OUT TO ANTENNA CONTROLLED DIRECTIONAL SURGE SPARKGAP GROUND 50pF STATIC TO SHEET ? ARRESTOR COUPLER SWITCH DRAIN 5000V STN GND (OPTIONAL) * DENOTES FREQUENCY DEPENDENT COMPONENTS (REFER TO CUSTOMER CONFIGURATION SHEET FOR CAPACITOR VALUES) 1000...
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+48V +48V +48V RETURN A?A1 A?A1 A?A1 A?A1 POWER POWER POWER POWER MODULE MODULE MODULE MODULE INTERFACE INTERFACE INTERFACE INTERFACE (PART 1 OF 4) (PART 3 OF 4) (PART 3 OF 4) (PART 4 OF 4) RF DRIVE 1 (+) RF DRIVE 1 (+) RF DRIVE 1 (-) RF DRIVE 1 (-) 6...
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MINOR MAJOR LOCAL REMOTE RF ON RF OFF INHIBIT ALARM ALARM C142 C152 C163 C160 R202 R209 R214 R217 R222 R233 R241 I/O7 PH2/XCK2 I/O6 PH3/OC4A AVCC I/O5 C144 PH4/OC4B I/O4 PH5/OC4C U56:H I/O3 RF_DRIVE_SAMPLE PH6/OC2B FROM SHEET 2 PF0/ADC0 U56:G I/O2 PH7/T4...
Section 3, “Parts Lists” on page 3-1. Follow the family tree branches to the block that contains the desired reference designation and Nautel nomenclature (e.g., NAPA34A Modulator/Power Amplifier PWB ). Note the reference designations and Nautel nomenclatures of all higher assemblies in the path.
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Then, repeat this procedure until the desired part or assembly is found. Table 6.1: List of Mechanical Drawings Figure # Title MD-1 NX25/NX15 Transmitter (Front View) MD-2 NX25/NX15 Transmitter (Rear View) MD-3 NAH60A RF Combiner Back Plane MD-4...
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POWER MODULE INTERFACE NAPI95 SER. CAUTION! HIGH VOLTAGE PRESENT ON THIS ASSEMBLY M2070123 V1 REAR FRONT Figure MD-4: NAPI95A/02 Power Module Interface PWB Issue 5.0 2016-05-06 MD-4...
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CUTAWAY FROM A1 TO SHOW LOCATION / ORIENTATION OF FETS Q7 TO Q10 MODULATOR / POWER AMPLIFIER PWB Figure MD-15: NAP39A RF Power Module Issue 5.0 2016-05-06 MD-15...
NX25/NX15 Troubleshooting Manual List of terms Section 7: List of terms This section defines some of the terms that are used in Nautel documentation. Analog to Digital Converter. ADC. Audio Engineering Society/European Broadcasting Union (AES/EBU) is the name of a AES-EBU.
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Preset. day and date basis. Exciters can be configured on a preset for a specific operating mode (for example, Exciter A - conventional AM, and Exciter B - IBOC). The NX25/NX15 allows you to pre-program multiple presets. A complete loss of RF output power, caused by any one of a variety of faults, including Shutback.