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RF Exposure Warning This transmitting equipment conforms to SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) limits regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy, as defined in the following national and international standards and guidelines: Industry Canada Radio Standards Specification 102 (RSS-102), Evaluation Procedure for Mobile and Portable Radio Transmitters with respect to Health Canada’s Safety Code 6 for Exposure of Humans to Radio Frequency Fields;...
The synthesizer module can be programmed to have up to 16 channels exclusive to one frequency band. The VT-3 132 - 174 MHz Transmitter is designed to interface with Daniels Electronics' MT-3 Repeater System while maintaining MT-2 System compatibility.
Performance Specifications invisible text 1.4.1 General The following is a general set of specifications for the generic VT-3/150 transmitter. Additional specifications, specific to individual modules may be found in their respective submanuals. Type: MT-3 Series Transmitter. Family: VT-3/150. Compatibility: MT-2 Series and MT-3 Series Radio Systems. Frequency Range: 132 to 174 MHz.
PTT Activation: • Active to ground with or without time-out-timer; • Microphone activated with or without time-out- timer; • Front Panel switch: KEY TX - without time-out- timer; • NORM - with or without time-out-timer. • Isolated (optional relay) with or without time-out- timer.
SYSTEM OVERVIEW Transmitter Operation Several modules are integrated by the VT-3 Transmitter Main board to provide the complete transmitter. The Transmitter Main Board, Front Panel Board and Audio Processor are generic in that they apply to all transmitter models. The Front Panel Board and Audio Processor are soldered directly to the Transmitter Main Board and are treated collectively in the Transmitter Main Board Manual.
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• MODE 2: Jumper J6 in, jumper J7 in the 'y' position, jumper J18 in the 'x' position - the audio processor is switched by a PTT signal - the synthesizer module is enabled all of the time - standby current: Typically 65 mA - start-up time: Typically 25 ms •...
Frequency Selection invisible text 2.2.1 Synthesizer Transmitter Eight backplane connections are used to communicate with the synthesizer unit. Pins D28, D30, and D32 are used (in house) to program the synthesizer. Channel select lines (pins D20, D22, D24, and D26) are used once the synthesizer is programmed to select one of 16 channels. If the channel select lines are all low (channel 0) the frequency for the synthesizer is read from switches FSW1 (most significant), FSW2, FSW3, and FSW4 (least significant).
A channel can be selected from a set of 15 (maximum possible) factory programmed channels by the four channel select lines available at the rear 'F' connector on the Transmitter Main Board. A single user selectable channel is set by switches located on the Transmitter Main Board. See the Transmitter Main Board Manual for details.
2.3.2 Frequency Change The transmitter is initially aligned at the factory for the frequency stamped on the 'Factory Set Operating Frequency' label (see section 3.1). This label should list the frequency at which the last complete transmitter alignment was performed. For a small frequency change, a simple channel change (see section 2.2) may be all that is required.
2.3.4 Deviation Setting The transmitter maximum deviation range is set by jumpers at the factory to ± 5.0 kHz for the VT-3 132 - 174 MHz transmitter. However, under some conditions such as a large change in transmitter operating frequency, the deviation control may need adjustment. The transmitter deviation is dependent on the operating frequency and this dependency is likely to be more severe at the band edges.
• PCB number 43-912010 indicates circuitboard version 1.0; • PCB number 50002-02 indicates circuitboard version 2.0. All PCB's manufactured by Daniels Electronics are identified by one of the above conventions. VHF Enhanced Transmitter Instruction Manual VT-3 132 - 174 MHz...
KEY TX MICROPHONE CONNECTOR RF OUT REFERENCE TYPE N RF SMA REFERENCE OUTPUT JACK INPUT JACK INPUT RED TEXT MADE IN CANADA MADE IN CANADA MADE IN CANADA VT-3/160-SWA8 TRANSMITTER VT3150M1 MODEL IDENTIFIER DANIELS ELECTRONICS LTD. VHF Transmitter Instruction Manual...
MT-3 Transmitter Case - Exploded View 3 FINGER GASKET (2) MT3TXM2B Instructions 1. Remove the four screws (A) in the Front panel. 2. Remove the four screws (B) on the side of the Transmitter Case. DANIELS ELECTRONICS VHF Transmitter Instruction Manual...
REVISION HISTORY ISSUE DATE DESCRIPTION AND (REASON) May 98 • Manual formatted to modular style. All previous revision history in issue 2. VHF Enhanced Transmitter Instruction Manual VT-3 132 - 174 MHz...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page GENERAL........................1-1 Introduction ....................1-1 Performance Specifications................1-1 1.2.1 General....................1-1 1.2.2 Audio Specifications................1-2 THEORY OF OPERATION..................2-1 Transmitter Main Board..................2-1 2.1.1 General....................2-1 2.1.2 Transmitter Push-To-Talk..............2-1 2.1.2.1 Microphone PTT ..............2-1 2.1.2.2 PTT With Time-Out-Timer.............2-2 2.1.2.3 PTT No Time-Out-Timer............2-2 2.1.2.4 Optional Relay................2-2 2.1.2.5 PTT Output................2-3 2.1.2.6...
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5.2.1 Transmitter Main Board Top Side Component Layout.......5-3 5.2.2 Transmitter Main Board Bottom Side Component Layout....5-4 5.2.3 Transmitter Main Board Schematic Diagram........5-5 Front Panel Board...................5-6 5.3.1 Front Panel Board Component Layout..........5-6 5.3.2 Front Panel Board Schematic..............5-7 Audio Processor Electrical Assembly (Version 1.6) ........5-8 5.4.1 Audio Processor Component Layout..........5-8 5.4.2...
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GENERAL invisible text Introduction The MT-3 Transmitter Main Board integrates the MT-3 Front Panel Board, MT-3 Audio Processor, Synthesizer or Crystal Controlled Oscillator module, and Amplifier module together to comprise a MT-3 series transmitter (see section 5.1: MT-3 Transmitter Block Diagram). The Front Panel Board and the Audio Processor are soldered directly to the Transmitter Main Board while the Amplifier and the Synthesizer or Crystal Controlled Oscillator module are frequency band sensitive, plug-in modules.
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1.2.2 Audio Specifications Audio Input: Balanced 600 ohm or unbalanced (optional). Input level sensitivity, -25 dBm to 0 dBm. Audio Response: Pre-emphasis (6 dB per octave); +0.5 to -2.0 dB from 300 Hz to 3 kHz; Flat Audio Response: +1 to -1 dB from 100 Hz to 3 kHz. Audio Deviation: Preset to ±1.5 kHz (Narrow Band) or ±3.0 kHz (Wide Band) with a 1 kHz tone (capable ±2.5 kHz or ±5.0 kHz).
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THEORY OF OPERATION invisible text Transmitter Main Board invisible text 2.1.1 General Switch SW1 on the Front Panel Board is a DPDT switch which controls the operation of the transmitter (refer to the operations section of the Transmitter Manual). When SW1 is in the 'OFF' position the transmitter is turned off;...
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2.1.2.2 PTT With Time-Out-Timer Pins B10 and Z10 of the backplane connector are the PTT WTO input. When the PTT WTO signal, which is normally high, falls below +2.0 Vdc, the transmitter is keyed. The transmitter is disabled when the PTT WTO input rises above +2.3 Vdc or if the TOT's time-out period is exceeded.
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To configure the isolated input for PTT NTO operation jumpers J2, J3, and J4, must be in the 'x' position. In this mode, pins B14 and Z14 no longer function as the PTT NTO input; however, pins B10 and Z10 continue to function as the normal PTT WTO input. 2.1.2.5 PTT Output Pin B24 on the backplane connector is an open drain output (Q9) which is pulled low anytime the...
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intended only as a guideline. Refer to the instruction manual for the transmitter that came with your system for specifications. • MODE 1: Jumper J6 out - the audio processor is switched by a PTT signal - the synthesizer or crystal controlled oscillator is switched by a PTT signal - standby current: Synthesized - typically 7 mA Crystal Controlled - typically 6 mA...
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Z18 by a transformer (T1). Two audio outputs from the MT-3 Audio Processor are routed to the synthesizer or crystal control oscillator modules. 2.1.3.1 Microphone Audio Normally the audio from a transmitter's microphone is transmitted by that transmitter; however, the Transmitter Main Board can be configured by the MIC IN and MIC OUT lines so that the audio from an external microphone modulates transmitter.
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2.1.4.2 Crystal Controlled Transmitter The OC-3 Crystal Control Oscillator module is a direct replacement for the synthesizer module and therefore uses the same connections as the synthesizer to connects to the MT-3 Transmitter Main Board. The channel select lines and switches FSW1 to FSW4 are not used by the crystal control module as the transmitter's operating frequency is determined by the Crystal Control Oscillator module's crystal frequency.
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The time-out duration is jumper selectable from 1 second to 8 hours. The positions of the jumpers on the top (Through hole component) side of the Transmitter Main Board. Table 2-1 shows the time-out duration in minutes for the various jumper settings which are listed as enabled (E: jumper shorted - in) or disabled (D: jumper left open - out).
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+8.0 Vdc supply are required to power the module. The MT-3 Audio Processor is backwards compatible to Daniels Electronics MT-2 series transmitters. Refer to section 5.4.1 "MT-3 Audio Processor Component Layout" and to section 5.4.2 "MT-3 Audio Processor Schematic Diagram"...
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Table 2-1 MT-3 Audio Processor Current Consumption. Function Current Draw keyed / unkeyed Switched Audio Standby Both Microphone and Balanced Input enabled 29.0 / 0.5 mA Only Microphone or Balanced Input enabled 17.5 / 0.5 mA Only Auxiliary Input enabled 6.0 / 0.5 mA Continuous Audio Standby Both Microphone and Balanced Input enabled 29.0 / 25.5 mA...
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2.3.4.2 Audio Processor Modulation Output The Modulation Output port is the output port used by all voice input signals. The voice inputs are combined by summing amplifier U4a which has an associated symmetry control (R14). Op-amp U4a together with U5a provide the limiting action for the audio processor. After the audio signals have been combined and limited, they are filtered by a 6 pole lowpass Butterworth filter (U5b, U5c, and U5d).
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2.3.4.5 Audio Processor Microphone Input The microphone input has an automatically gain controlled (AGC) preamplifier whose input level is controlled by R2. The microphone input level control (R2) can accommodate a -25 dBm to 0 dBm input signal. The compression level for the microphone input is adjusted by R8. The microphone input is limited and filtered and is output at the standard modulation output port.
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+8.0 Vdc supply are required to power the module. The MT-3 Audio Processor is backwards compatible to Daniels Electronics MT-2 series transmitters. Refer to section 5.5.1 "MT-3 Audio Processor Component Layout" and to section 5.5.2 "MT-3 Audio Processor Schematic Diagram"...
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Table 3-1 MT-3 Audio Processor Current Consumption. Function Current Draw keyed / unkeyed Switched Audio Standby Both Microphone and Balanced Input enabled 6.0 / 0.3 mA Only Microphone or Balanced Input enabled 4.5 / 0.3 mA Only Auxiliary Input enabled 3.0 / 0.3 mA Continuous Audio Standby Both Microphone and Balanced Input enabled 6.0 / 3.5 mA...
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2.4.4.2 Audio Processor Modulation Output The Modulation Output port is the output port used by all voice input signals. The voice inputs are combined by U1, a gain level programmable compandor which is configured as an automatic level control amplifier. Op-amp U4a together with U5a provide the limiting action for the audio processor.
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2.4.4.5 Audio Processor Microphone Input The microphone input has an automatically level controlled (ALC) preamplifier U1 whose input level is controlled by R2. The microphone input level control (R2) can accommodate a -25 dBm to 0 dBm input signal. The microphone input is limited and filtered and is output at the standard modulation output port.
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2.4.4.9 Audio Processor Direct Modulation Input The Direct Modulation Input is an extremely versatile input. This port is designed to be used for data signals. Depending on the application, the signal can be amplified, AC or DC coupled and output to the Modulation Output or the Low Frequency / Direct Modulation Output port. Please consult the factory for specific jumper settings for your application.
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• PCB number 43-912010 indicates circuitboard version 1.0; • PCB number 50002-02 indicates circuitboard version 2.0. All PCB's manufactured by Daniels Electronics are identified by one of the above conventions. Recommended Test Equipment List Alignment of the complete transmitter requires the following test equipment or its equivalent. It is assumed that any adjustment of the Transmitter Main Board will also involve the other modules.
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Radio communications test set : Marconi Instruments 2955R VSWR 3:1 mismatch load: JFW 50T-035-3.0:1 Alignment Tool: Johanson 4192 It is recommended that the radio communications test set be frequency locked to an external reference (WWVH, GPS, Loran C) so that the high stability oscillator may be accurately set to within its ±1 ppm frequency tolerance.
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• Jumper J26: installed Time-Out-Timer Timing resistor select. • Jumper J27: not installed Time-Out-Timer Timing resistor select. • Jumper J28: not installed Time-Out-Timer Timing period output select. • Jumper J29: installed Time-Out-Timer Timing period output select. • Jumper J31: installed Time-Out-Timer Timing period output select.
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• Jumper JU11: not installed Balanced input to auxiliary audio circuit enable. • Jumper JU12: not installed Tone/Digital input to auxiliary audio circuit enable. • Jumper JU13: not installed Direct modulation input to auxiliary audio circuit enable. • Jumper JU14: not installed Auxiliary input preemphasis response enable.
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3.6.2 MT-3 Transmitter Board Test Points TP1: squelched, de-emphasized audio / +13.8 Vdc TP2: microphone audio TP3: microphone PTT WTO; inactive +9.5 Vdc, active 0 Vdc TP4: microphone PTT NTO; inactive +9.5 Vdc, active 0 Vdc TP5: +9.5 Vdc from backplane connector TP6: +9.5 Vdc from front panel board TP7:...
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To remove the Enhanced Synthesizer or Crystal Controlled Oscillator module, simply remove the center screw from the module lid and pull the module out. The module should be pulled straight out so that the four alignment pins do not bend or damage the circuitboard. The Low Power Synthesizer uses two tabs soldered to the Transmitter Main Board for mounting.
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Turn the transmitter on. Adjust the balance compression level (R38) for compression at ±60% maximum deviation. Set the audio frequency to 2.4 kHz, then adjust the deviation control (R29) for maximum deviation. Reset the modulating frequency to 1 kHz and re-adjust R38 for ±60% maximum deviation.
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Apply a 1 kHz tone at -8 dBm to the microphone audio input. Set the microphone compression control (R8) to produce ±60% maximum deviation. Reduce the signal to -10 dBm and adjust the microphone input level control (R2) for ±50% maximum deviation.
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• Jumper JU10: not installed Balanced input flat audio response enable. • Jumper JU11: 'y' position Balanced input to auxiliary audio circuit enable. • Jumper JU12: not installed Tone/Digital input to auxiliary audio circuit enable. • Jumper JU13: not installed Direct modulation input to auxiliary audio circuit enable.
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3.10 MT-3 Audio Processor Alignment (Version 1.8) invisible text 3.10.1General Verify the standard factory settings for the MT-3 Audio Processor as given in section 3.9.1 before beginning the standard deviation adjustment procedure. If the transmitter's channel frequency changes, the audio processor should be realigned to optimize the transmitter's performance. The schematic diagram for the audio processor is shown in section 5.5.2 and the component layout is shown in section 5.5.1.
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(R42) to produce ±500 Hz deviation. Remove the signal. 3.11 Low Frequency Modulation Configuration Note: the following information originates from Daniels Electronics document number A0361-06. 3.11.1MT-3 Transmitters For transmitters, the LTR™ or DCS signal should be applied to the DIRECT MODULATION input (pin Z28), which is also available on the M-3 and SR-3 motherboards at the control connectors J1, P1, or J7 on pins B20 (TX A DIR MOD) and A20 (TX B DIR MOD).
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MT-3 Transmitter (board version 43-920910 through 43-920911) • J6 installed (synthesizer always powered up by +9.5V SWITCHED line). • J7 installed in 'X' position (audio processor always powered up by +9.5VSWITCHED line). • solder a wire from JA4-2 of main board to J51-18 of synthesizer. This connects the subtone output 2 to the synthesizer's phase modulation input.
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input to the transmitter to be used to gain access to the SUBTONE INPUT 2 which connects to the PHASE MOD IN input of a modified synthesizer. • Make sure J13 and J16 are not installed. Figure 3-1 Transmitter Audio Processor Low Frequency Modulation. SHORT TOP TWO PINS REMOVE REPLACE WITH...
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3.11.4Tuning the Transmitter For all MT-3 transmitters, apply a low impedance source of 20-300 Hz to the Direct Modulation input of the transmitter (Pin Z28 of the 48 pin connector) through a 22 uF capacitor, positive terminal connected to pin Z28. A Marconi 2955 works well for this test. Adjust R44 on the audio processor to the fully clockwise position.
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TRANSMITTER INTERCONNECT PIN DEFINITIONS The MT-3 series Transmitter employs a 48 pin Eurostandard connector for interfacing to all transmitter power, audio, and control functions. The following are the MT-3 series Transmitter backplane connections to the M-3 Motherboard. Name Pin Name Pin Name No Connect +13.8 Vdc...
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NC 2 NC 1 PTT TRIGGER PZT2222A COMMON 1 SWITCHING +9.5VDC + 9.5 VDC PTT SWITCHED CIRCUITRY PTT NTO + 9.5 VDC SWITCHED TX STANDBY PTT OUTPUT PTT OUTPUT MT3TXMNM1D DANIELS ELECTRONICS LTD. MT-3 AM Transmitter Main Board Instruction Manual...
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TP15 TP17 TP18 TP21 TP22 TP34 TP14 43-920917 Factory installed jumpers Factory installed jumpers DANIELS MT3TXMNM2B - Components Not Installed VICTORIA B.C . ELECTRONICS TITLE: TITLE: TITLE: MT-3 Component Side SM Layout MT-3 Transmitter Component Side SM Designations MT-3 Transmitter Component Side T/H Designations...
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LPF4 SCREW (2) 27k4 27k4 LPF2 LPF1 1k00 (3A FUSE OPTIONAL) 43-920917 Factory installed jumpers DANIELS Components Not Installed Components Not Installed MT3TXMNM3B VICTORIA B.C . ELECTRONICS TITLE: TITLE: TITLE: MT-3 Transmitter Solder Side SM Layout MT-3 Transmitter Solder Side SM Designations...
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Front Panel Board 5.3.1 Front Panel Board Component Layout Factory Installed Solder Jumper. Solder Jumper On Solder Side Of PCB. 43-921212 MT3TXMNM5A DANIELS ELECTRONICS Transmitter Main Board Instruction Manual...
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PF1 -3 M IC-3 RX AUDIO PF1 -2 M IC-4 MIC INPUT PF1 -1 M IC-2 PF1 -4 M IC-1 DANIELS ELECTRONICS VICTORIA B.C . MT-3 FRONT PANEL BOAR D TITLE: APRVD: DATE.: DWN: M. GAUBE 07 A PRI L 1992...
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43-911916 Low Frequency Modulation Configuration MT3APM1A Desig Low Freq. Desig Low Freq. JU27X Not Installed Installed JU35Y DANIELS Not Installed JU27Y JU37 Not Installed VICTORIA B.C . JU31 Not Installed ELECTRONICS LTD. JU38X Not Installed NOTE: For Low Frequency Modulation...
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1.0uF low = data 1.0uF MC33172 LOW FREQUENCY / DIRECT JU31 MODULATION OUTPUT JU28 JU37 DANIELS ELECTRONICS VICTORIA B.C. TITLE: MT-3 TX AUDIO PROCESSOR SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM DATE: 19 SEPTEMBER 1991 DWN BY: MICHAEL GAUBE APRVD: DWG No: MT3APM2C DWG REV DATE:...
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1.0µF 33nF 100nF 1.0µF PCB 43-911918 MT3APM1B Component Side DANIELS VICTORIA B.C . ELECTRONICS ELECTRONICS TITLE: MT-3 Tx Audio Processor SM Layout TITLE: MT-3 Tx Audio Processor SM Designations TITLE: MT-3 Tx Audio Processor Through Hole Layout MT-3 Tx Audio Processor SM Layout / Jumpers...
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New Transmitter Main Board . Also, the Front Panel Board is now easier to configure if new microphones (other than Daniels microphones) are used. The new FPB can be used on the old TX-3 main - all options will function.
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ISSUE DATE REVISION Nov 98 Updated the DE logo and added the statuary trademark statement to the title page. Updated the Low Frequency Modulation section 3.11 to reflect the in house document A0361-06. Transmitter Main Board Instruction Manual...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page FM AUDIO PROCESSOR .....................1-1 Introduction ......................1-1 Block Diagram (FM Audio Processor)..............1-3 FM Audio Processor Board Pin Connections............1-4 Factory Configuration...................1-4 Turn-on Time......................1-5 Low Frequency Modulation..................1-5 Transmitter Standby Modes..................1-5 SIGNALS.........................2-1 FM Audio Processor Outputs................2-1 Modulation Output ....................2-1 Low Frequency / Direct Mod. Output..............2-1 Microphone Input....................2-1 Balanced Input......................2-1 Auxiliary Input......................2-2...
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Audio Circuits.......................9-6 Power Requirements .....................9-6 Transmitter Standby Modes..................9-6 Audio Circuitry.....................9-7 AM Audio Processor Factory Configuration............9-8 AM Audio Processor Alignment................9-8 9.10 AM Audio Processor Electrical Parts List............9-11 9.11 AM Audio Processor Component Layout............9-14 9.12 AM Audio Processor Schematic Diagram ............9-15 REVISION HISTORY....................10-1 LISTS OF FIGURES Figure 1 Block Diagram - Audio Processor...............
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• Temperature compensated audio output • Ability to transmit data and voice switched by a single control line. • Backwards compatible with Daniels Electronics MT-2 series transmitters. • Direct modulation input for LTR™, DCS, paging and other digital modulations that require very low frequency modulation to the synthesizer or crystal oscillator module.
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A continuous +9.5 VDC supply and a switched +8.0 VDC supply are required to power the module which is normally supplied by the Main Transmitter Board. The 6 audio inputs on the FM Audio Processor are: • DYNAMIC MICROPHONE INPUT •...
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FM Audio Processor Board Pin Connections Surface Mount Side END VIEW +9.5V Mic Input Subtone Input 1 Voice Balanced Input And Subtone Low Frequency Direct Mod Output Output Figure 2 Pin Connection Diagram Factory Configuration The MT-3 FM Audio Processor is factory configured as follows: Table 2 Factory Configuration Parameter...
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Turn-on Time This measurement is made with the standard factory settings with a 1 kHz tone applied to the balanced input. The turn-on time is the time it takes the FM Audio Processor to output a stable audio signal to P3-1 from the time its power (+8.0 VDC) is switched on. The turn-on time can be virtually eliminated by configuring the FM Audio Processor for continuous audio standby (see section 1.7 Transmitter Standby Modes).
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Notes: If FM Audio Processor JU36 is not installed, both microphone and balanced audio compression amplifiers will be disabled. This means that the front panel microphone jack will be disabled for local microphone operations. When in this condition, balanced audio is routed around the compression circuitry via JU11 (installed) with JU1 and JU2 removed.
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SIGNALS The MT-3 FM Audio Processor has six audio inputs, two audio outputs and one audio control input. Five of the audio inputs are used primarily for voice and tone signals. The sixth, the Direct modulation input, is used primarily for data signals. The audio control input is used to switch audio outputs so the transmitter can transmit voice or data.
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using the lower input levels) Like the microphone input, the balance input is limited and filtered and is output at the standard modulation output port. If no compression is required (i.e.: customer is providing their own), JU11 can be enabled providing a path through R48 (Auxiliary Input Level Control) to amplifier U2C where pre- emphasis or flat audio can then be selected from its output.
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THEORY OF OPERATION Voice band audio normally enters the Balanced Input at P1-1 and P1-2 while microphone audio enters at P1-3. Potentiometer R31 sets the Balanced compression level of U1B while R2 sets the microphone compression level of U1A. Each amplifier has a dynamic range of 25 dB. Jumper JU17 is only installed when using very low input levels (-20 to –25 dBm) and allows better tuning range for R31.
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The microphone and balanced audio signals are summed and limited by U3A. Op-amp U3B provides audio level temperature compensation (for synthesizer and crystal oscillator sensitivity variations). Due to the many different characteristics of the models of synthesizer and crystal oscillators, the components are marked “SELect” and are identified later in this document (section 4.0V 4.0V L IMIT ER...
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If no compression circuitry is required, the balanced input signals can be routed around the compression circuitry jumper JU11. Op-amp then would provide buffering/amplification. It’s output would normally have pre-emphasis installed but could be changed to flat if required through jumper JU9. The audio signal is then normally routed to U3A, the summing amplifier/limiter and processed as mentioned in the previous paragraphs.
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Voltage regulator U2A provides regulated +4.0V to all Op-amp stages. Optional potentiometer R14 can be installed (and JU15 removed) for special applications which need a voltage different than +4.0V. Data normally enters at P4-3, the Direct Modulation Input. From there, it has many routes that it can go.
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ALIGNMENT Verify the standard factory settings for the MT-3 FM Audio Processor as given in section 1 before beginning the standard deviation adjustment procedure. If the transmitter's operating frequency is changed beyond the factory recommended bandwidth or if the synthesizer is changed, the FM Audio Processor should be realigned to optimize the transmitter's performance.
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Subtone Input Setup • Apply a 100 Hz tone at -18 dBm to the subtone 1 input . • Adjust R42 (SUBTONE INPUT 1) to produce: • ±500 Hz(Wideband) or ±350 Hz(Narrowband) deviation. • Remove the signal. Balanced Input Frequency Response •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING - TEST EQUIPMENT NEEDED 1 Variable Power supply/supplies to supply 9.6V and 8.0V at the same time. 2 Digital Voltmeter to measure RMS AC Volts, DC Volts, DC Current and resistance. 3 20 MHz Oscilloscope, single channel. 4 Audio Signal Generator (600 Ohm Output Impedance) capable of frrequencies from 67 Hz to 5000 Hz.
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Subtone Input Test Change Audio Generator frequency to 100 Hz and maintain level at –18 dBm (98 mV RMS). Connect output to Subtone Input 1 (P2-2) and ground (P1-4). Refer to Table 8 Waveform Levels, for levels and waveforms that should be present. Audio benchmarks Set the audio generator to 2.4 kHz @ 0 dBm at the Balanced Input.
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TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION The FM Audio Processor includes temperature compensation circuitry to maintain constant transmitter audio deviation with a fixed level input signal. It is capable of not only compensating for temperature related level variations within the FM Audio Processor (typically –0.3 to –0.5 dB at –40C) but can also compensate for changes caused by the synthesizer or crystal oscillator module that is not equipped with its own temperature compensation.
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Not Installed Not Installed Installed Installed Open Direct Modulation input bias select Single Open Direct Modulation Direct/Cap couple Single Open Coupling Capacitor selection Single Coupling Capacitor selection (Default) Installed Installed Installed Installed DANIELS ELECTRONICS LTD. Audio Processor Board Instruction Manual...
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1.0µF INPUT 1.0µF 1.0µF DC LEVEL 1.0µF ADJUST MT3APM1F DANIELS PCB 43-911923 VICTORIA B.C . ELECTRONICS ELECTRONICS TITLE: FM TX AUDIO PROCESSOR SM LAYOUT / JUMPERS TITLE: AM TRANSMITTER TITLE: AM TRANSMITTER SURFACE MOUNT LAYOUT TITLE: FM TX AUDIO PROCESSOR BOARD OUTLINE...
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AM AUDIO PROCESSOR Introduction The MT-3 AM Transmitter Main Board integrates the MT-3 Front Panel Board, MT-3 AM Audio Processor, Synthesizer or Crystal Control module and Amplifier module together to make a working MT-3 AM series transmitter. The Front Panel Board and the Audio Processor are soldered directly to the Transmitter Main Board while the Amplifier and the Synthesizer or Crystal Control module are frequency band sensitive, plug-in modules.
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Audio Specifications Audio Input: -30 to 0 dBm into a 600Ω balanced load. Audio Response: Flat audio; +1/-3 dB: 300 Hz - 3 kHz Audio Distortion: Less than 3% -40˚C to +60˚C at 30% modulation, Less than 5% -40˚C to +60˚C at 90% modulation Audio Circuits All of the audio signal conditioning (e.g.
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The actual current and start-up time may depend on the frequncy controlled source (crystal or synthesizer) and amplifier module. The current and start-up times given below are representative values intended only as a guideline. MODE 1: Jumper J6 out - the audio processor is switched by a PTT signal - the synthesizer is switched by a PTT signal - standby current typically 13 mA - start-up time typically 40 ms...
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AM Audio Processor Factory Configuration The MT-3 AM Transmitter Audio Processor is factory configured as follows: • Microphone Input: 1kHz tone at -10 dBm gives 50% maximum modulations. • Audio Balanced Input: 1 kHz tone at -8 dBm gives 90% maximum modulations.
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10 Apply a 1 kHz, -8 dBm input signal, the modulation should be 90%, observe that the distortion of the transmitted signal is within 5.0%. 11 Slowly increase the input audio signal level to 5 dBm and observe that the modulation does not go over 100%.
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REVISION HISTORY ISSUE DATE REVISION Oct 2000 First Issue. Nov 2000 Second Issue Incorporated the AM Audio Processor documentation into this manual. For specific AM revision history, see manual IM22-MT3AMTXMN-4IM Audio Processor Board Instruction Manual 10-1...
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NOTE: The user's authority to operate this equipment could be revoked through any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Daniels Electronics Ltd. The design of this equipment is subject to change due to continuous development. This equipment may incorporate minor changes in detail from the information contained in this manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page GENERAL........................1-1 Introduction .......................1-1 Performance Specification .................1-1 THEORY OF OPERATION..................2-1 Amplifier Operation...................2-1 Power Requirements..................2-1 RF Circuitry.......................2-2 2.3.1 VT-3/150 Lowpass Filter...............2-2 Power Control Circuitry..................2-2 Power Sensing Circuitry..................2-3 2.5.1 Output Power Sense ................2-3 2.5.2 VSWR Sense..................2-3 2.5.3 VSWR Overload..................2-4 VT-3/150 AMPLIFIER ALIGNMENT.................3-1 General......................3-1 Repair Note......................3-1...
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PARTS LISTS.......................5-1 VT-3/150 Amplifier Electrical Parts List............5-1 VT-3/150 Low Pass Filter Electrical Parts List ..........5-3 VT-3/150 Amplifier Mechanical Parts List ............5-3 REVISION HISTORY....................6-1 VHF Amplifier Instruction Manual VT-3 132 - 174 MHz...
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RF Exposure Warning This transmitting equipment conforms to SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) limits regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy, as defined in the following national and international standards and guidelines: Industry Canada Radio Standards Specification 102 (RSS-102), Evaluation Procedure for Mobile and Portable Radio Transmitters with respect to Health Canada’s Safety Code 6 for Exposure of Humans to Radio Frequency Fields;...
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GENERAL Introduction The VT-3/150 Amplifier provides the final stage of RF amplification and filtering for the entire VHF Transmitter VT-3 132 - 174 MHz family. The amplifier has two distinct frequency ranges: 132 to 150 MHz, and 150 to 174 MHz with continuously adjustable 2.0 to 8.0 Watts output power. The VT-3/150 Amplifier is housed in a machined aluminum case that ensures optimum RF shielding, provides a good ground, and also acts as a heatsink.
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Transmitter Mismatch Protection: 20:1 VSWR at all phase angles. Transmitter Alarm: Forward power sense and reverse VSWR; - open collector output (separate or 'OR'ed configuration); -linear output (separate lines only). Operating Temperature Range: -30˚ C to +60˚ C, optional -40˚ C temperature test. Operating Humidity: 95% RH (non-condensing) at +25˚...
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THEORY OF OPERATION Amplifier Operation A power control circuit monitors the RF output power of amplifier U4 and keeps the power constant. The output power from the high power amplifier will change as the unregulated +13.8 Vdc supply varies. Note that the frequency band does not change how the amplifier operates; it only changes a few component values in the RF circuitry.
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RF Circuitry The RF circuitry consists of several blocks: a 7 dB input pad (R1, R2, and R3), an RF amplifier module (U4), an output power boosting transistor (Q7), three directional couplers (TL1, TL3, and TL4), and the VT-3/150 Lowpass Filter. The heart of the VT-3/150 Amplifier is RF amplifier module U4.
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Power Sensing Circuitry The VT-3/150 Amplifier is equipped with output power and VSWR sensing lines which can be individually configured as open collector or linear outputs. In open collector configuration, the output is active low, that is, when a fail condition is detected (not enough output power or too high antenna VSWR) the open collector transistor is turned on.
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2.5.3 VSWR Overload The VSWR overload circuit protects the VT-3/150 Amplifier from excessive antenna VSWR by reducing the amplifier's gain (output power) when an overload condition occurs. The VSWR overload circuit (R14, R37, R39, R40, U2a, and Q6) is an extension of the VSWR sense circuit and operates the same as the VSWR sense open collector circuit.
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VT-3/150 AMPLIFIER ALIGNMENT General Connections to the power supply, alarm and transmit enable lines (ENA), are clearly marked on the amplifier case. The amplifier is enabled when the enable line (ENA) is grounded. If the amplifier is installed in the transmitter, alignment is simplified by using an SR-3 Subrack, SM-3 System Monitor, and RF extender cable to provide transmitter power and signal interconnection (see the Transmitter Main Board Manual for details).
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• PCB number 43-912010 indicates circuitboard version 1.0; • PCB number 50002-02 indicates circuitboard version 2.0. All PCB's manufactured by Daniels Electronics are identified by one of the above conventions. Standard Factory Settings and Jumper Configuration The VT-3/150 Amplifier is factory configured as follows: •...
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3.6.2 VT-3/150 Amplifier Adjustment The Amplifier alignment consists of two adjustment procedures; (i) a general set up (section 3.6.2.1) procedure which sets up the proper bias conditions for the RF transistors and (ii) the RF threshold adjustments which set up the desired alarm threshold levels as well as the RF output power.
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Monitor the +9.5 Vdc and 13.8 Vdc supply current and adjust R7, the output power adjustment, so that approximately 1 Amp is being drawn on the +9.5 Vdc line and 1.3 Amps or less is being drawn on the 13.8 Vdc line. This should produce approximately 8 Watts.
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3.6.2.3 Output Power Turn R7, the output power adjustment, clockwise to the desired transmitter output power. 3.6.2.4 Antenna VSWR Alarm (Reverse Power) Open Collector Output * note: the antenna VSWR alarm output is factory configured as an open collector output so a pull-up resistor may be required on transmitter pin Z26 if one is not already present.
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3.6.2.5 Antenna VSWR Overload Disconnect the radio communications test set and so that the amplifier is terminated with an open circuit. Monitor the current from the +9.5 Vdc supply. Adjust R37, the VSWR overload adjustment, clockwise until a noticeable drop in the +9.5 Vdc current occurs.
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NOTE: The user's authority to operate this equipment could be revoked through any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Daniels Electronics Ltd. The design of this equipment is subject to change due to continuous development. The equipment covered by this manual may incorporate minor changes in detail from the information contained in this manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page GENERAL........................1-1 Introduction ....................1-1 OS(R/T)-3(A/H) Enhanced Synthesizer Family Models ........1-1 Performance Specifications................1-3 Printed Circuit Board Numbering Convention..........1-5 THEORY OF OPERATION..................2-1 Internal Power and Control (Digital Board)............2-1 Synthesizer Analog Circuitry (Analog Board) ..........2-1 2.2.1 Common Analog Board Circuitry............2-1 2.2.2 29 - 71.4 MHz Analog Board Circuitry..........2-3 2.2.3...
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ILLUSTRATIONS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS ..........4-1 OS(R/T)-3H 29 - 71.4 MHz Analog Board Diagrams ........4-1 4.1.1 OS(R/T)-3H 29 - 71.4 MHz Analog Board Component Layout (Bottom)4-1 4.1.2 OS(R/T)-3H 29 - 71.4 MHz Analog Board Component Layout (Top) 4-2 4.1.3 OS(R/T)-3H 29 - 71.4 MHz Analog Board Schematic Diagram..4-3 OS(R/T)-3A 118 - 159.4 MHz Analog Board Diagrams........4-5 4.2.1 OS(R/T)-3A 118 - 159.4 MHz Analog Board Component Layout (Bottom)
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GENERAL This is hidden text. Introduction The OS-3A/H Synthesizer is a compact, fully shielded and environmentally rugged frequency synthesis module that is the nucleus of every MT-3 synthesized Receiver and Transmitter radio module. The OS-3A/H generates a high stability, low distortion radio frequency signal in one of several frequency bands, including 29 - 50 MHz, 118 - 159.4 MHz, 118 - 174 MHz and 406 - 470 MHz.
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Frequency Band: 118 - 159.4 MHz, AM Multichannel OS-3H1xx Analog Board • OST-3A128 - installed in AM transmitter, 118 - 138 MHz RF output. • OSR-3A149 - installed in AM receiver, 139.4 - 159.4 MHz RF output. Frequency Band: 128 - 174 MHz, Common OS-3H1xx Analog Board •...
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Performance Specifications Type: Narrow band FM, Single loop synthesizer module utilizing low noise VCO and PLL technology. Compatible with Daniels MT-3 series Transmitter and Receiver modules. Frequency Range: 29 MHz - 38 MHz [±0.5 MHz] (OST-3H035) 38 MHz - 50 MHz [±1.0 MHz]...
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Modulation Sensitivity: 3.0 kHz peak deviation (400 mVrms input) External Reference Input: External reference input signal via SMB connector J1 Input level 0 dBm ±3 dB Input impedance 50Ω Input frequency 10.0 MHz or 9.6 MHz (selectable through digital board jumper JU1) Power Requirements: Normal Configuration: +9.5 Vdc @ 160 mA for FM and 65 mA for AM...
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Printed Circuit Board Numbering Convention To expedite troubleshooting and maintenance procedures, Daniels Electronics Ltd. has adopted a printed circuit board (PCB) numbering convention in which the last two digits of the circuit board number represent the circuit board version. All PCB's manufactured by Daniels Electronics Ltd.
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THEORY OF OPERATION This is hidden text. Internal Power and Control (Digital Board) Refer to "OS(R/T)-3(A/H) Digital Board Schematic Diagram" on page 4-19 of this manual. The synthesizer operates from a +9.5 Vdc power source applied to connector pin P1-2. Total current draw is approximately 160 mA for FM synthesizers and 65 mA for AM synthesizers.
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10.0 MHz and is selected via jumper JU2 on the Digital Board (9.6 MHz with JU2 not installed, 10.0 MHz with JU2 installed). If an external signal is used as the reference source, it must be a sinusoidal, low phase noise, high stability signal of 0 dBm ±3 dB level. A poor quality reference source will degrade receiver /transmitter performance to unacceptable levels.
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2.2.2 29 - 71.4 MHz Analog Board Circuitry Refer to the "OS(R/T)-3H 29 - 71.4 MHz Analog Board Schematic Diagram" on page 4-3 of this manual. Field effect transistor Q5 forms part of the negative resistance VHF amplifier oscillator that is tuned on-frequency by the combination of resonator L5 and the total capacitive reactance presented across L5 through capacitors C62, C63, C64, C23 (Select), variable capacitor C24 and varactor diodes D1 and D2.
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and D2. Coarse frequency adjustment is provided by varactor diodes D6, D7. SELECT capacitor values C40 and/or C23 are chosen to position the operating frequency in one of two bands; 118 - 138 MHz or 139.4 - 159.4.MHz. Varactor diodes D1 and D2 provide fine oscillator frequency control.
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established by the resistive dividers R21 and R22, allows low deviation (less than 5 kHz) direct frequency modulation of the VCO output signal. The PLL low-pass filter is formed by SELECT components C37, C38, C39, C45, R32 and R36. The loop filter response is optimized for switching time, noise and modulation requirements specific to each sub-band within the 128 - 174 MHz frequency range.
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For example, if all CHANNEL SELECT lines are pulled high, (i.e. binary ‘1111’) then the 15 frequency entry in the internal channel table will be selected. The channel table is normally pre- programmed at the factory to user specifications, but may be programmed in the field using Daniels SYNTHESIZER CHANNEL PROGRAMMER (CP-SC-3).
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In transmitters, the synthesizer operating frequency is the transmitter operating frequency; however, for receivers, an IF Offset correction factor must be added to or subtracted from the synthesizer operating frequency in order to determine the actual receive frequency. For VHF and UHF Receivers, the IF Offset correction factor is 21.4 MHz, while for 800 and 900 MHz Receivers it is 45 MHz.
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((7205-5000) x 6.25 kHz) + 150 MHz) = 163.78125 MHz 8.333 kHz Channelization. Daniels AM synthesizers have been designed to generate frequencies in 8.333 kHz increments. In North America, AM channels and operating frequencies are allocated in triples of 8.333 kHz (i.e.
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12.5 kHz Channelization. The operating frequency for Synthesizers having 12.5 kHz channelization is determined as follows: •Multiply the BCD switch setting by 12.5 kHz and add the result to the synthesizer base frequency. Example: An OST-3H418 synthesizer has a base frequency of 406 MHz. selected channel number is 1660.
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SYNTHESIZER ALIGNMENT This is hidden text. General OS(R/T)-3(A/H) enhanced synthesizer alignment is simplified by using a Type 84 subrack and RF extender card/cable of providing receiver or transmitter power and signal interconnection. Alternately, +9.5 Vdc may be directly connected to a receiver or transmitter module with the positive connection on pins B6 / Z6 and the negative connection on pins B30 / Z30 / B32 / Z32.
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The corresponding internal synthesizer jumper settings are: Digital Board • Jumper JU2 not installed 9.6 MHz internal frequency reference selected • Jumper JU1 installed AM Multichannel mode selected Analog Board • Jumper JU1: 'B' position Internal frequency reference selected • Jumper JU2 not installed Internal frequency reference selected...
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3.5.3 Synthesizer Removal and Installation The synthesizer module is secured to the main board (MT-3 Receiver IF/Audio Board or MT-3 Transmitter Main board) with a single counter sunk Phillips machine screw accessible from the top cover. Remove this screw to remove the synthesizer module.
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The measured RF output signal should be within ±1.0 ppm of the specified oscillator frequency at an output level of +5 dBm. Note that unlocked synthesizer operation will be indicated by an unstable or spurious RF output signal. The "Unlocked" red LED will also be illuminated when the PLL is unlocked.
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unlocked operation. The tuning range capability of all synthesizer models is listed in the Specifications section (1.3) of this manual. 3.5.5.2 VHF OS(R/T)-3A 118 - 159.4 MHz Alignment Refer to the "OS(R/T)-3A 118 - 159.4 MHz Analog Board Component Layout" diagram and the "OS(R/T)-3A 118 - 159.4 MHz Analog Board Schematic Diagram"...
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3.5.5.4 UHF OS(R/T)-3H 406 - 470 MHz VCO Alignment Refer to the "OS(R/T)-3H 406 - 470 MHz Analog Board Component Layout" diagram and the "OS(R/T)-3H 406 - 470 MHz Analog Board Schematic Diagram" on pages 4-13, 4-14 and 4-15 of this manual.
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3.5.6 Jumper Configuration Solder jumpers are clearly marked on both synthesizer digital and analog circuit boards. Refer to "OS(R/T)-3(A/H) Digital Board Component Layout (Bottom)" diagram on page 4-17 of this manual and the applicable "OS(R/T)-3(A/H) Analog Board Component Layout (Top)" diagram on page 4-18 for jumper locations.
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68 nF Not Installed 10µH 260 nH 197 nH 138 nH OS3050M1 PCB 50038-02 DANIELS VICTORIA, B.C. ELECTRONICS TITLE: OS-3H050 ANALOG BOARD THROUGH HOLE BOTTOM LAYOUT TITLE: OS-3H050 ANALOG BOARD THROUGH HOLE BOTTOM DESIGNATION DATE: FEB 26, 1997 BOARD No.: 50038-02...
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10R0 4.7µF PCB 50038-02 OS3050M2B JU1 position B selected for internal 9.6 MHz DANIELS ELECTRONICS VICTORIA, B.C. TITLE: OS-3H040 ANALOG BOARD SURFACE MOUNT TOP LAYOUT TITLE: OS-3H040 ANALOG BOARD GENERIC SM TOP DESIGNATIONS TITLE: OS-3H040 ANALOG BOARD TH TOP LAYOUT...
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1.0 µF 330 nF 470 nF 2.2 nF 22 nF 10uH OS3150M1A DANIELS ELECTRONICS VICTORIA, B.C. TITLE: OS-3A130 ANALOG BOARD OUTLINE TITLE: OS-3A130 ANALOG BOARD BOTTOM THROUGH HOLE LAYOUT TITLE: OS-3A130 ANALOG BOARD BOTTOM THROUGH HOLE DESIGNATIONS DATE: APR 18, 1999 BOARD No.:...
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Not Installed Not Installed 8.2pF D6-SMV1212-004, D7-N/I D6,D7 D6,D7 D6,D7 SMV1211 SMV1211-001 DANIELS 220Ω 330Ω ELECTRONICS VICTORIA, B.C. 39K2 68K1 TITLE: OS-3A130 ANALOG BOARD TOP THROUGH HOLE LAYOUT TITLE: OS-3A130 ANALOG BOARD TOP THROUGH HOLE DESIGNATIONS TITLE: OS-3A130 ANALOG BOARD OUTLINE...
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NOT INSTALLED 470 nF 220 nF 33 nF 22 nF 10µH PCB 50025-02 OS3150M1B DANIELS ELECTRONICS VICTORIA, B.C. TITLE: OS-3H ANALOG BOARD THROUGH HOLE BOTTOM LAYOUT TITLE: OS-3H ANALOG BOARD THROUGH HOLE BOTTOM DESIGNATION DATE: MARCH 22, 1996 BOARD No.: 50025-02...
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OS3150M2C JU1 position B Selected Select components for internal 9.6 MHz Factory Installed Jumpers DANIELS ELECTRONICS VICTORIA, B.C. TITLE: OS-3H150 ANALOG BOARD SURFACE MOUNT TOP DESIGNATIONS TITLE: OS-3H150 ANALOG BOARD ECO #584 CHANGES TITLE: OS-3H ANALOG BOARD THROUGH HOLE LAYOUT...
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15 nF 0 Ω Wire Jumper Not Installed 100nF Not Installed PCB 50028-02 OS3450M1C DANIELS ELECTRONICS VICTORIA, B.C. TITLE: OS-3H ANALOG BOARD THROUGH HOLE BOTTOM LAYOUT TITLE: OS-3H ANALOG BOARD THROUGH HOLE BOTTOM DESIGNATION DATE: MARCH 22, 1996 50028-02 BOARD No.:...
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* - INDICATES JUMPERED TO 5VA OS3450M2B PCB 50028-02 JU1 position B selected for internal 9.6 MHz DANIELS ELECTRONICS VICTORIA, B.C. TITLE: UHF OS-3H ANALOG BOARD SURFACE MOUNT TOP LAYOUT TITLE: OS-3H UHF ANALOG BOARD SURFACE MOUNT TOP DESIGNATIONS TITLE: UHF OS-3H ANALOG BOARD THOUGH HOLE TOP LAYOUT...
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MC145202* or MC145193* MC145190 AGND OPL550 * - INDICATES JUMPERED TO +5VA 10K0 DATA INPUT HIGHEST REFERENCE DESIGNATORS 10K0 10K0 LOCK DETECT AGND DANIELS OP140A LED1 R58, RV1 ELECTRONICS VICTORIA B.C. J2, JU1 TCXO1 BC807 1.0uF LOCK DETECT TITLE: OS(R/T)-3H 406 - 470 MHz ANALOG BOARD SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM...
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REFERENCE 118-159.6 MHz REFERENCE INSTALLED INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED DANIELS ELECTRONICS VICTORIA, B.C. DANIELS TITLE: OS-3H DIGITAL BOARD SOLDER SIDE SM VALUE / DESIGNATION ELECTRONICS TITLE: OS-3H DIGITAL BOARD SOLDER SIDE SM LAYOUT Enhanced AM/FM Synthesizer Instruction Manual OS(R/T)-3(A/H) 29 - 470 MHz DATE: 31 MARCH 1997 BOARD No.: 50021-03...
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221k R 30 100nF 215R 27k4 BAS16 OS3150M5B PCB 50021-03 DANIELS ELECTRONICS VICTORIA, B.C. DANIELS ELECTRONICS TITLE: OS-3H DIGITAL BOARD COMPONENT SIDE TITLE: OS-3H DIGITAL BOARD COMPONENT SIDE SM LAYOUT TITLE: OS-3H DIGITAL BOARD COMPONENT SIDE SM VALUE / DESIGNATION...
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100nF PTT (I/P) A(L) BAS16 DGND POWER CONTROL DGND BC817 10K0 PWCTL HIGHEST REFERENCE DESIGNATORS 332R DGND BAS16 DANIELS OPL550 DGND LOCK DETECT INPUT ELECTRONICS LOCK VICTORIA B.C. ----- ----- TITLE: OS(R/T)-3(A/H) DIGITAL BOARD SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM UNUSED REFERENCE DESIGNATORS +5VD...
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PARTS LISTS This is hidden text. OS(R/T)-3H 29 - 71.4 MHz Analog Board Electrical Parts List Ref. Desig Description Part No. C1 - C3 CAP., SM 1.0nF CER., 0805, X7R, 50V 1008-3A102K5R CAP., SM 10nF CER, 0805, X7R, 50V 1008-4A103K5R CAP., SM 100nF CER., 0805, X7R, 50V 1008-5A104K5R CAP., SM 47uF TANT., 20%, 16V...
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OS(R/T)-3(A/H) Synthesizer Mechanical Parts List Description Part No. Qty. CASE, OS-3H SYNTH. MODULE,ALUM 3702-66100920 CONN., SMB, JACK,2 HOLE FLANGE 5120-J2SC01BG FERRITE, BEAD,73 MIX, 3X3.5mm OD (CON3-CON5) 1210-73030350 3 OS-3H050 FERRITE, BEAD,43 MIX, 3X3.5mm OD (CON3-CON5) 1210-43030350 3 OS-3A130 FERRITE, BEAD,43 MIX, 3X3.5mm OD (CON3-CON5) 1210-43030350 3 OS-3H150 FERRITE, BEAD,61 MIX, 3X3.5mm OD (CON3-CON5)
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REVISION HISTORY ISSUE DATE REVISION May 97 • Issue 1 Mar 98 • Changes to the AM Analog board (OST-3A128) to improve performance ECO #547. C37 was 220nF is now 100nF and C40 was 8.2pF is now not installed C45 was 33nF is now 22nF and C49 was 2.2nF is now 1.5nF R32 was 33kΩ...
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ISSUE DATE REVISION Aug 00 • Changes to the OS(R/T)-3(A/H) Digital board. ECO #599. R30, R31 & R32 were 332R are now 215R. • Changes to the OS-3H 406-470 MHz Analog board. ECO # 597. R48 was 27R4 is now 47R5, R49 was 33R2 is now 10R. R52 was 49R9 is now Not Installed.
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