Refer to the ratings label on the rear of the module. The TB8100 BSS must be installed so that the rear of the PMU is located in a service access area. Disconnect the mains IEC connector and wait for five minutes for the internal voltages to self-discharge before dismantling.
1M ohm series resistor Aerial Load The TB8100 BSS equipment has been designed to operate safely under a wide range of aerial loading conditions. However, we strongly recommend that the transmitter should always be operated with a suitable load to prevent damage to the transmitter output power stage.
Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature Range The operating temperature range of the TB8100 BSS is –30°C to +60°C (–22°F to +140°F) ambient temperature. Ambient temperature is defined as the temperature of the air at the intake to the cooling fans.
100µg/m Grounding and Lightning Protection Electrical Ground The TB8100 BSS modules are grounded by physical contact between the module case and the subrack. To ensure a good ground connection you must tighten each module retaining clamp securely (refer to “Replacing Modules”...
8mm AF spanner for the SMA connectors. You can also obtain the TBA0ST2 tool kit from your nearest Tait Dealer or Customer Service Organisation. It contains the basic tools needed to install, tune and service the TB8100 BSS. Ventilation Always ensure there is adequate ventilation around the TB8100 BSS. Do not operate it in a sealed cabinet.
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The maximum ambient temperature entering the cabinet must not exceed +60°C (+140°F). If the TB8100 BSS is installed in a rack or cabinet with other equipment with different ventilation requirements, we recommend that the TB8100 be positioned below this equipment.
In all cases follow safe lifting prac- tices. Unpacking the Equipment The TB8100 BSS is packed in a strong corrugated cardboard carton with Unpacking the TB8100 BSS top and bottom foam cushions. To prevent personal injury and damage to the equipment, we recommend that two people unpack the BSS.
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Figure 1.5 below shows a standard TBA2140 bracket fitted in a typical Tait Electronics cabinet If you are not using a Tait cabinet, you may have to make your own brackets to suit your installation. Figure 1.5 Auxiliary Support Bracket...
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TBA2140 auxiliary support brackets to the upper set of rear mounting holes Cabling We recommend that you try to route all cables to and from the TB8100 BSS General along the side of the cabinet so the cooling airflow is not restricted.
Service Kit Connections The TB8100 service kit is connected to the BSS via the RS-232 serial port on the control panel. This port is a 9-way female D-range connector. Use a straight through cable, as supplied with the service kit, to connect your programming computer to the BSS.
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