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VS300 Transmitter
Installation Manual
Document: NHB-VS300-INS
Issue:
6.0 2014-11-01
Status:
Standard

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  • Page 1 VS300 Transmitter Installation Manual Document: NHB-VS300-INS Issue: 6.0 2014-11-01 Status: Standard...
  • Page 3 The comparisons and other information provided in this document have been prepared in good faith based on publicly available information. The reader is encouraged to consult the respective manufacturer's most recent published data for verification. © Copyright 2014 NAUTEL. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    VS300 Installation Manual Table of contents Contents Release control record Preparing for installation Mounting the transmitter Connecting to station reference ground Installing the RF feed line Connecting ac power Installing program inputs Planning Connecting cables Installing control and monitoring wiring...
  • Page 6 VS300 Installation Manual Table of contents Parts supplied by Nautel Parts not supplied by Nautel Parts ordering Module replacement program Tools for installation Pre-installation / Installation assistance 10-1 Pre-installation consulting 10-1 Installation and commissioning service 10-1 Online documentation 10-3 On-site support...

  • Page 7: Release Control Record

    VS300 Installation Manual Release control record Issue Date Reason 2014-11-01 Hardware Release 6 (NARF64E and NARF64E/01). Supports software version VS SW 4.1 Issue 6.0 2014-11-01 Page vii...
  • Page 8 VS300 Installation Manual Page viii Issue 6.0 2014-11-01...

  • Page 9: Preparing For Installation

    VS300, VS300 Manual CD or USB, installation kit and ancillary kit. 4. Assemble your parts and tools. For a list of required tools, see “Parts and tools” on page 9-1. 5. When you are ready to install the VS300 transmitter, follow the steps shown in Figure 1.1 on page 1-2.

  • Page 10: Mounting The Transmitter

    VS300 Installation Manual Preparing for installation Figure 1.1: Flowchart - Installing the transmitter Mounting the transmitter - see page 2-1 Connecting to station reference ground - see page 3-1 Installing the RF feed line - see page 4-1 Connecting ac power - see page 5-1...

  • Page 11: Mounting The Transmitter

    VS300 Installation Manual Mounting the transmitter Section 2: Mounting the transmitter To mount the VS300 transmitter in a cabinet, perform the following tasks: 1. Locate the six transmitter mounting pieces that were included in the VS300 shipping box (see Figure 2.1). Note: Unless otherwise specified, all hardware required in this section is included in the VS300’s...
  • Page 12 2.2). (DO NOT use any hardware under the screw head). 6. Slide the VS300 into the cabinet until the VS300’s front panel is flush with the cabinet’s front mounting edges. Secure the front panel to the cabinet using four M5 panel screws (Nautel Part # HMSF50) and four finishing washers (Nautel Part # HU36).

  • Page 13: Connecting To Station Reference Ground

    Figure 3.1 on page 3-2 as an installation guide. 1. Locate the VS300’s safety ground stud (E1) on the rear panel of the VS300. 2. Attach a continuous, low impedance copper conductor (minimum 3/4” braid) between the station reference ground and safety ground stud E1. Ensure the station reference ground conductor is at least 3 mm (1/8 in) from the exterior of the transmitter or host cabinet.
  • Page 14 VS300 Installation Manual Connecting to station reference ground Figure 3.1: Station Reference Ground Strap Connection PARTIAL REAR VIEW OF VS300 (1/4” threaded stud) Conductor (copper braid shown) From Station Reference Ground IMPORTANT ! Do not allow conductor to contact the transmitter or host cabinet chassis at any other point.

  • Page 15: Installing The Rf Feed Line

    3. Obtain one or two ferrite toroids (Nautel Part # LP23, 85.7 mm) from the ancillary kit. Install the ferrite toroid(s) on the VS300 end of the RF feed line. If practical, the RF feed line should pass through a minimum of two times (one turn) (see Figure 4.1).
  • Page 16 Installing the RF feed line 4. Install the appropriate size connector (N-type or 7/16 DIN) on the RF feed line. 5. Mate the the RF feed line's connector to the RF OUT (J3) connector on the rear of the VS300. Page 4-2...

  • Page 17: Connecting Ac Power

    (two turns). 4. Connect the ac power cord to the AC INPUT receptacle (U1) on the rear of the VS300. 5. Connect the other end of the ac power cord to the 100 to 240 V ac input source.
  • Page 18 VS300 Installation Manual Connecting ac power Page 5-2 Issue 6.0 2014-11-01...

  • Page 19: Installing Program Inputs

    Connecting cables 1. Obtain a ferrite toroid [85.7 mm (Nautel Part # LP23) or 38 mm (Nautel part # LXP38), as appropriate] from the Installation Kit. 2. Route program input cable(s) through the ferrite toroid, then to the rear of the VS300. If practical, pass the cable through the ferrite toroid twice (two turns).
  • Page 20 VS300 Installation Manual Installing program inputs Figure 6.1: Program Input Connections VS300 TRANSMITTER REAR VIEW NOTE: D-Sub mating connectors are provided in the ancillary kit. Other connector types must be provided by the user. Page 6-2 Issue 6.0 2014-11-01...

  • Page 21: Installing Control And Monitoring Wiring

    Manual before proceeding. Connecting cables 1. Obtain a ferrite toroid [85.7 mm (Nautel Part # LP23) or 38 mm (Nautel part # LXP38), as appropriate] from the Installation Kit. 2. Route the remote control and monitor cables through the ferrite toroid, then to the rear of the VS300.
  • Page 22 5. If you are using an external interlock for the transmitter, route a shielded cable to the rear of the VS300. Connect the shielded cable between pins 19 and 20 of the D-sub connector that mates with REMOTE I/O-A (A1J2A) (see Figure 7.1 on page...

  • Page 23: Commissioning Tasks

    D-sub connector to make other remote I/O connections. Instead, you must solder a jumper between pins 19 and 20 of the mating connector (Nautel Part # JS28, provided in the ancillary kit).

  • Page 24: Commissioning

    2. Follow the instructions on the front panel display (see Figure 8.1) to perform the first-time setup of the VS300, including selecting the frequency, output power and audio source. Figure 8.1: First Time Setup Initial Screen SET FREQUENCY Press up/down arrows to adjust.
  • Page 25 VS300 Installation Manual Commissioning tasks Figure 8.2: Audio Setup Screens For All Audio Sources 3. When selecting the audio source from the initial start-up screens, users have three options - AES, MPX over AES, and Audio Player . Use the up and down arrows to toggle between source options, then press the checkmark button to select the desired source.
  • Page 26 Defaulted to Local (LCL) 5. Enable the VS300’s RF output by pressing the cancel ( X ) button and the up arrow button simultaneously. The RF status displayed on line 2 of the top level screen should change to RF ON.

  • Page 27: Going On-Air

    Step 3 should be removed. 1. Switch off the ac power using the the POWER switch on the rear of the VS300. 2. Connect the transmitter's RF output to an antenna system. 3. Switch on the ac power using the the POWER switch on the rear of the VS300.
  • Page 28 Operations and Maintenance Manual for more information. 6. Once you have established an IP address, you can login to the VS300’s advanced user interface (AUI), which allows you to remotely control and monitor the VS300. See the “Operating the transmitter”...
  • Page 29 VS300 Installation Manual Commissioning tasks Figure 8.5: Network Settings screen Set during factory testing; cannot be modified Set to ON if your network has a DHCP server. Automatically assigns IP, netmask, gateway and nameservers. Set to OFF if you do not have a DHCP server or if you wish to assign static addresses.
  • Page 30 VS300 Installation Manual Commissioning tasks Page 8-8 Issue 6.0 2014-11-01...

  • Page 31: Parts And Tools

    VS300 Installation Manual Parts and tools Section 9: Parts and tools This section describes parts associated with the VS300 transmitter, and tools needed during installation and routine operation. Topics include: • Parts supplied by Nautel - see page 9-2 •...

  • Page 32: Parts Supplied By Nautel

    Ancillary parts kit An ancillary parts kit is shipped with the VS300. This kit contains items that may be needed for future maintenance. The kit includes a spare battery, spare fuses, D-sub mating connectors, miscellaneous hardware, tyraps and some installation tools.

  • Page 33: Module Replacement Program

    • The replacement module is shipped to the customer as soon as the customer reports the failure. The customer then returns the failed module to Nautel using the same shipping package. Tools for installation The tools you need during transmitter installation include the following: •...
  • Page 34 VS300 Installation Manual Parts and tools Page 9-4 Issue 6.0 2014-11-01...

  • Page 35: Pre-Installation Consulting

    Extended warranties - see page 10-8 Pre-installation consulting Nautel field support specialists are available to answer questions and work with you to ensure that your site will be ready for the installation of your VS300 transmitter. For support, contact Nautel Customer Service and request assistance (“On-site support”...
  • Page 36 Ac power wiring for the transmitter has been installed and connected at the breaker panel or the building’s service entrance. If local electrical codes allow Nautel personnel to connect the transmitter to the ac supply, using the customer's cable, that task is included in this service.

  • Page 37: Online Documentation

    On-site support If you require on-site assistance, Nautel’s field support specialists can help you prepare your site and ensure that your VS300 transmitter installation can proceed as quickly as possible. For more information about on-site support, including scheduling and pricing, contact Nautel Customer Service: •...

  • Page 38: Standard Warranty

    VS300 Installation Manual Pre-installation / Installation assistance Nautel training programs are made up of individual modules that can be 'mixed and matched' to meet the customer’s specific training needs. All Nautel training courses are available at the Nautel Training Center. Training can also be provided at the customer’s facility, and training the customer’s technical staff on the customer’s transmitter.
  • Page 39 If the Buyer receives a replacement module, as part of Nautel's module exchange program, the old module must be returned to Nautel within 30 days of receipt of the new module, at the buyers expense. If the old module is not received after 30 days, the customer will be invoiced.
  • Page 40 VS300 Installation Manual Pre-installation / Installation assistance 10. In no event shall Nautel be liable for any consequential damages arising from the use of this equipment. 11. This warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties of Nautel, whether express or implied, and Nautel does not assume, nor is any other person authorized to assume on Nautel's behalf, any other obligation or liability.
  • Page 41 Pre-installation / Installation assistance Module exchange service In order to provide Nautel customers with a fast and efficient service in the event of a problem, Nautel operates a factory rebuilt, module exchange service which takes full advantage of the high degree of module redundancy in Nautel equipment.

  • Page 42: Extended Warranties

    Extended warranties Nautel's standard 13-month warranty provides excellent coverage and satisfies most customers’ needs. However, if you want extended coverage, Nautel offers one and two-year Extended Warranty Plans to cover electrical and mechanical repairs or replacements for all Nautel equipment.
  • Page 43 If Nautel’s service technicians are unable to solve the problem over the telephone, Nautel will give you an RMA number. You then return the module or circuit board to a Nautel service facility so that Nautel can provide a replacement. (Do not ship a component back to Nautel until you have an RMA number.)
  • Page 44 VS300 Installation Manual Pre-installation / Installation assistance Page 10-10 Issue 6.0 2014-11-01...

  • Page 45: List Of Terms

    List of terms Section 11: List of terms This section defines some of the terms that are used in Nautel documentation. Audio Engineering Society/European Broadcasting Union (AES/EBU) is the name of a AES-EBU. digital audio transfer standard. The AES/EBU digital interface is usually implemented using 3-pin XLR connectors (the same type connector used in professional microphones).
  • Page 46 VS300 Installation Manual List of terms A setting that controls power level, frequency and audio parameters. The VS300 allows you Preset. to pre-program multiple presets. Printed Wiring Board. PWB. A complete, but temporary loss of RF output power, caused by any one of a variety of Shutback.

  • Page 48: Issue 6.0 2014-11-01

    Phone: +1.902.823.3900 or Fax: +1.902.823.3183 Nautel Inc. 201 Target Industrial Circle Bangor, Maine USA 04401 Phone: +1.207.947.8200 Fax: +1.207.947.3693 Customer Service (24-hour support) +1.877.628.8353 (Canada & USA only) +1.902.823.5100 (International) Email: support@nautel.com Web: www.nautel.com © Copyright 2014 NAUTEL. All rights reserved.

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