Configuration And Set-Up; Software Configuration; Rf Configuration; Safety Considerations - Advantech ARMA-C125-CRM Installation And Operating Manual

7. CONFIGURATION AND SET-UP

7.1 S
C
OFTWARE ONFIGURATION
The program ADV.EXE is located on the diskette delivered with this amplifier. To use the
software, first copy ADV.EXE to your hard disk.
1. To execute the program, at the DOS prompt type ADV.
2. Connect your serial interface cable to the SSPA.
3. At the prompt, enter the COMM (serial) port number you are using (1, 2, 3 or 4).
NOTE: The protocol is 9600 baud, 8 bits and no parity (see TABLE 6 at page 17).
4. Press the function key 'F10' twice to obtain Screen (menu) #2.
5. Select the 'F7' function key (Addr) to configure the communications address for the
amplifier. This is the number that will be used to identify the specific SSPA for monitor and
control purposes.
6. At the prompt, enter a value from 0 through 15 (the default value is 0). Reset the SSPA by
switching off the AC power, waiting for 5 seconds and reconnecting AC power.
From this point on, to access a specific SSPA for monitor or control purposes, use the function
key 'F9' on Screen (menu) #1. You will be prompted to enter the communication address of the
specific amplifier to be accessed.
Type ALT-X to exit the program.
7.2 RF C
ONFIGURATION
7.2.1 S C
AFETY ONSIDERATIONS
The VSWR protection at the output of the amplifier is designed to protect the unit against
accidental operation with blocked or open waveguide (VSWR 3:1) at the RF output connector by
causing the SSPA to shutdown automatically.
WARNING
Prolonged operation without a load at the output may cause severe bodily
harm, loss of sight, even death. Do not operate amplifier if the output RF
connector is not connected to a load.
Please note that failure of the amplifier due to above condition will be attributed to abuse or
neglect and is not covered by our standard warranty.
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