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USER MANUAL PCM/FM 1U 2 W, 50 W, 250 W - 2U 1000 W, 2000 W - 3U 3000 W - 4U 5000 W SYES reserves the right to modify specifications without notice PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
GENERAL INDEX OVERVIEW ......................... 7 INTRODUCTION ............................. 7 LEGAL NOTICE .............................. 7 SYES CUSTOMER SUPPORT ........................7 UE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ......................8 ISO 9001 ................................ 10 ISO 14001 ..............................12 ISO 45001 ..............................14 FOREWORD ........................16 SYMBOLS ..............................16 Documentation ............................
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Artificial respiration procedure ........................31 Artificial respiration - Mouth-to-mouth procedure ..................31 Precautions .............................. 31 Burns and electric shock treatment ......................31 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ....................32 BASIC CHARACTERISTICS ........................32 Main parts ..............................32 Modulation and control logic boards ......................32 RF Amplifier ...............................
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General specifications ..........................52 SYNCHRONOUS (SFN) OPTION ....................... 53 Scenario ............................... 53 What it need..............................55 How it work ..............................55 Input Network Delay ............................ 55 INSTALLATION ........................ 56 GENERAL INSTALLATION PLANNING ...................... 56 UNPACKING ..............................57 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION ........................58 Mechanical dimension ..........................
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Maintenance From PC .......................... 89 Log File Management ..........................90 Reboot ..............................90 SNMP ..............................91 About ............................... 91 SERVICE INSTRUCTION ....................92 ORDINARY MAINTENANCE ........................92 Cleaning the air filter ............................ 92 Procedure for cleaning and replacing the air filter ..................93 PCM/FM 2 W, 50 W, 250 W ........................
A team of highly qualified engineers provides remote support by telephone, chat or remote desktop and will work with you to find a solution to your question on any aspect of the installation, operation and maintenance of SyES products. Contact details are reported below. System Engineering Solutions S.r.L Via Giacomo Zanella, 21 20851 Lissone (MB) - Italy +39.039.9897.1...
UE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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If the transmitter is put into service near airports and aeronautical centers, check with the Ministry of Defense and with the aeronautical authorities responsible for air traffic control, if there are special restrictions on the place of installation, in order to ensure in advance absence of disturbances detrimental to the aeronautical radionavigation service due to their operational VHF band.
FOREWORD It is possible that some images shown in this documentation do not reproduce exactly the supplied product, however the texts and the descriptions are to be considered correct. SYMBOLS Documentation The symbols used in the wiring diagrams and in the block diagrams comply with IEC/CEI/ANSI standards. Icons and colours of text notes Indicates a NOTE Indicates a NOTE of NOTICE...
GLOSSARY OF ASSEMBLY REFERENCES Here below is the table of the terms used to identify the pieces of equipment or the components used to assemble Sy.E.S. Ref. Description Coupler Adapter Apparatus Attenuator Balun Tripping coil Capacitor Audio cable Single core cable assembly Hydraulic control box Switch Connector...
To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, you must observe all instructions and warnings provided in this manual. For any clarification on it, for any doubt or any suggestion please contact directly Sy.E.S. at technicalsupport@syes.eu. or in the specific form on our web site www.syes.eu...
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT / STATE / POSITION The product may be operated only under the operating conditions and in the positions specified by the manufacturer, without any obstruction in product's ventilation. If the manufacturer's specifications are not observed, this can result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury or death. Applicable local or national safety regulations and rules for the prevention of accidents must be observed in all work performed.
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In case of electrical connection is assured by screw, this connection have to be protected against accidental touch which may cause electric discharge. Fasten properly screw connection and then set necessary protection cover. Do not overload any sockets, extension cords or connector strips; doing so can cause fire or electric shocks. For measurements in circuits with voltages Vrms >...
OPERATION Operating the equipment requires trained and skilled personnel. It requires also intense concentration. Make sure that people who operates is physically, intellectually and mentally fit to do so. Physical or mental stress may cause fall of concentration and this may cause injury or material damages. Before you install, connect, operate, disconnect or dismount the equipment, read the relative safety instructions.
THIRD PARTY EQUIPMENT This manual is referred to Sy.E.S. device mainly, but sometimes some third part equipment are delivered with Sy.E.S. device in order to complete a system. In this case the operator have to follow not only the safe instruction on this manual but also the safe instructions on third party equipment.
Customer Information Regarding Product Disposal During product disposal the following directives has to be complied: • 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), • 2002/95/EC on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS).
SAFETY SYMBOLS AND LABELS The following are the main symbols that can be found on the equipment or on the environment. Symbol Level Description General warning Toxic (BeO) High voltage RF radiation Hot surface Moving machinery Rotating fan blade Heavy weight object PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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Symbol Level Description Safety ground ON / OFF symbols Stand by symbol Direct current Alternate current Direct / alternate current Fuse (with ratings) Hearing protection Double insulation device Symbol Description indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or maybe to death...
SyES devices are almost items classified electrically as Class I equipment. Before put product in operation, the chassis of the product has to be connected to safety ground with a different link than the safety conductor inside power chord.
RF Hazards Mandatory Training Operators must instruct their personnel on how to use this transmitter or instrument in accordance with EN 60215 and IEC 215 and according national or local laws. This periodic training must cover the radio-frequency hazards of the individual transmitter or repeater. Only after such training has been provided and documented may the operating personnel handle switching and operating tasks.
Forced air cooled transmitters SyES Exciters and air cooled amplifiers used fan to cool the item with air forced cooling system. Before put into operation the transmitter or repeater, be sure that fans are not locked or broken.
Fans that cool the system have parts that moves at high speed. This may be considered as hazardous moving parts or fan blade. For this reason fan are not normally accessible by the operator, covered by grid. Do not remove grid during operation, possibly switch off the item and wait until fan are stopped before operating.
Several different type of coolant can be used , depending by environmental conditions, local rules, customer rules etc. there several type of coolant are more or less toxic, depending on type of coolant and on the coolant concentration. Please read carefully the safety instruction of each coolant used, with particular care to the rules to be observed to prevent injury due to the toxicity of the coolant (for transportation, liquid circuit fill/ refill, coolant disposal and so on) Normally exhaust coolant has to be treated ad special waste.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION BASIC CHARACTERISTICS FM transmitter from SyES named PCM/FM 1U, 2U, 3U, 4U are designed with the state of the art technology, with digital processing and an overall efficiency up to 75%. The models available have an output power of 2 W (exciter), 50 W, 250 W, 1000 W, 2000 W, 3000 W and 5000 W, adjustable in a range of 20 dB, air forced cooled and working on all the FM Band (87,5 …...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS Model: PCM/FM PCM/FM 1U 50 W 250 W Output power 1000 W PCM/FM 2U 2000 W PCM/FM 3U 3000 W PCM/FM 4U 5000 W Working frequency 87,5 - 108 MHz Standard 2 W, 50 W, 250 W N Female Output 1000 W, 2000 W, 3000 W...
Directives 2014/53/UE & 1995/5/EC Safety standard EN 60215 EMC standard EN 301 849-11 Spectrum usage standard EN 302018 V2.1 Control and supervision Local Display and keyboard Remote SNMP V2C / WEB pages - RS232 CAN Input features Connector Impedance Audio Left 600 Ω...
User interface (common to all products) Ref. Description RF MON RF monitoring, SMA connector, from the output directional coupler probe. Ventilation grid, removable for air filter cleaning. Display Keyboard (for navigation on display) STANDBY Button with amber colored LEDs. Button active if in LOCAL mode, generates the STANDBY command (the device is ready but not on the air).
Change Over Connector This connector is used to send some coded data to the transmitter control logic. These information are necessary for the transmitter control logic to manage all the transmitter In particular the combination of signals on PIN 4,11,12 are used as the following tables report.. Function Description TX -...
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Description PIN 12 TLS 25 (bit 2) PIN 4 TLS 24 (bit 1) PIN 11 TLS 23 (bit 0) TX OFF TX stby + warning TX alarm TX local TX fault TX ON + warning TX ON TX STDBY In case the PCM driver does not receive the command from an external changeover, the "change over" connector (located on the back of the driver) must be closed with the appropriate 15-pin connector provided (pins 2-8 connected together see fig.1).
RDS connector Name Description Ground TX R TX RS232 RX R RX RS232 Not used Ground Not used Not used Not used Not used Control connector Name Description Serial communication + Serial communication - COD_1 Amplifier address (bit 1) Amplifier address (bit 2) COD_2 Amplifier address (bit 3) COD_3...
Serigraphy operating voltage for PCM / FM 2U 1000 W, 2000 W and 3000 W Screen printing shows the power supply and its connection. Operating voltage labels for the PCM / FM 4U 5000 W The label shows the power supply and its connection. Network input label 400Vac threephase 208Vac threephase...
Rear view 2 W, 50 W with GSM UMTS IN + Antenna General specifications Model: Miniature GSM Antenna ANT-GSTUB3-SMAM (total height) 100mm Mounting Magnetic Operating band 850-900 / 1800 / 1900 / 2100MHz Active gain +3dBi VSWR <2.5:1 Cable RG174 Coax. (L=2.5M) Connector SMA (M) Alternative Connectors...
SYNCHRONOUS (SFN) OPTION Scenario The goal of Synchronous FM is to broadcast a common audio program source through multiple transmitters at diverse locations, identical in modulation and locked to a single frequency in order to reduce audible distortion in the overlap areas. If the difference in signal strengths from the transmitters is greater than 15 - 20 dB there is no decoding issue, because the FM receiver’s “capture effect”...
What it need To optimize the synchronous FM we need to synchronize everything: • RF carrier Frequency • Pilot Frequency and Phase • Audio content: Amplitude Phase • Subcarriers How it work Based on external Reference chosen between: • External 10MHz and External 1pps •...
INSTALLATION GENERAL INSTALLATION PLANNING A correct installation guarantees a better functionality of the transmitter for a longer time and allows to reduce the maintenance interventions and/or to facilitate them. A general installation plan must consider the following fundamental aspects: For installation of the hydraulic system planning , refer to the relative manual supplied. •...
3. Remove the products from the cases and place them in a suitable place. 4. Check that all parts shown on the packing list are present. If you have any problems, contact your Customer Support at technicalsupport@syes.eu and / or local Area Agent.
MECHANICAL INSTALLATION Mechanical dimension All modules are designed to be housed in a standard 19 "cabinet or to work alone. In the drawing below, the dimensions are expressed in millimeters (mm). PCM/FM 1U PCM/FM 2U PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
General installation of the Transmitter The following description refers to the built-up of a typical system: For the installation of the hydraulic system, refer to the relative manual supplied. • Position the transmitter cabinet correctly, check the horizontal and vertical positioning in respect of the floor, use the adjustable feet, if provided, to do that •...
Mains and ground connections of the transmitter As shown below, the transmitter's mains inputs can be located on the roof, in the lower edge of the back, depending on the type of product. Figure 1 Air-cooled transmitter, Figure 2 Liquid-cooled transmitter. MAINS INPUTS FROM THE ROOF MAINS INPUTS FROM THE BOTTOM Figure 1...
While the power cable has been inserted inside the transmitter, it must be connected to its mains distributor, by connecting the phase and neutral cables, to the appropriate mains switches and the ground cable to the ground screw, in some mains distributors there is a connector on the rear panel to connect the cables mentioned above, see the examples below.
TRANSMITTER MANAGEMENT The following is referred to PCM/FM exciter, the pages and menu of 1,2,5kW transmitters are similar Output power both in W and in % Modulation Type of transmission Master/Slave Driver status FM transmitting Temperatures OK o ALARM frequency Menu control with SMS Command SMS Text SMS...
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measurements Ip5:25.4A Ip7:25.4A Ip8:25.4A Id1:21.1A Vm:50.0V Request for TX alarms ALM1 [<TX_LABEL>] ALM1: W006:0 The device responds with the A007:0 configured and enabled alarm W008:0 codes [parte1] A009:0 A011:0 A012:0 A013:0 W014:1 A015:0 W016:0 A040:0 W041:0 A042:0 A034:0 W036:0 Request for TX alarms ALM2 [<TX_LABEL>] ALM2:...
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Add user [if available slots] ADDU <PHONE_NR> [<TX_LABEL>] ADDU: OK Ex.<PHONE_NR> =+ 393331234567 Activate SMS sending for alarms SMS ON [<TX_LABEL>] SMS: ON Disable sending SMS for alarms SMS OFF [<TX_LABEL>] SMS: OFF Disable sending SMS for alarms SMS OFF xx [<TX_LABEL>] SMS: OFF for xx hours [es.
LOCAL MENU BROWSING MAIN MENU ALARMS ALARMS LIST POWER MEASURES VOLTAGE CURRENT PARAMETERS FREQUENCY SYSTEM CONFIGURATION POWER PCM/FM SETUP MASTER/SLAVE ETH ADDRESS (FRONT/REAR) SW VERSION PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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Now push “OK” on keyboard to go to “MAIN MENU’”. Push “OK” on “ALARMS” to see alarms. Use the arrow key “▼” on keyboard to go to “MEASURES”, and push“OK” to enter in the sub menu. Browse in the same way this menu to see power measurements and voltages/ current measures Fw and refllected output power both in W and in %.
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From “CONFIGURATION MENU’” Select sub menu “PCM/FM SETUP” and then push “OK” to enter Selct first row and then OK Using buttons ▼ ▲ selct MASTER ro SLAVE. Then push OK to APPLY Select ETH configuration then OK. Select FRONT (Local IP ) or REAR (IP remote).
REMOTE CONTROL TROUGH WEB PAGES PCM/FM has two Ethernet port for remote connection. One on the rear side, for connection to a remote network through an Ethernet switch / router and one on the front panel for a local connection to a PC The Ethernet parameter can be displayed on exciter front panel display ETH CONFIGURATION ►...
Web pages This section will show the PCM / FM Web pages, providing an explanation of the functions that require further investigation. The exciter apparatus can be configured in MASTER or SLAVE mode. To activate the MASTER mode, you must put the PCM / FM in local mode by pressing the LOCAL key on the front panel (yellow LED on).
1 - Superior Area This area is always displayed and reachable on all Web pages because it includes the main parameters to be read and the main commands to be used. The "Reset" button in this part of the upper area restores the PCM / FM following a lockout In this part of the upper area, the update status of the reference is displayed.
Menu structure Commands for configuring the transmitter OVERVIEW CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT INTERNAL AMPLIFIER (ONLY FOR 2U/3U/4U) Dedicated controls for the FM operating mode SETTING FREQ / TIME REFEFERENCES Alarm List ALARMS SETUP PCM/FM general impostation ETH CONFIGURATION GENERAL SETUP OPTIONS And AUTH. CODE GPRS MODEM SETTINGS FROM PC MAINTENANCE...
3 - Data and thresholds control and insertion Area In this area, the selected Web pages will be displayed. This area provides information on the status of the PCM / FM, this information is reported both in the form of a table and in graphical form.
Menu Overview Configuration PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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Data Description Multi-Amplifier System Normal The PCM / FM works like MASTER and an amplifier is connected directly. Multi-amplifiers The PCM / FM works like MASTER and more amplifiers are connected directly. Amplifier Code Show the codes of the amplifiers directly connected to the PCM / FM, if not present, they must be entered by taking them from the drop down menu.
Management Data Description This part of the menu is used by the operator to manage the PCM / FM transmitter block: Max. Retry Attempts Maximum number of attempts to restore before blocking. Wait Time Interval between attempts (s). Test Period Wait time before exiting the error conditions after a successful attempt (min) Retry Counter...
Internal Amplifier Data Description By pressing the indicated buttons a pop-up appears with further information on the power supplies. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
FM Menu Setting Data Description This part of the menu shows and allows you to set the operating mode. Input Source Set the primary input source. RDS Source Sets the source from which to generate the RDS signal. In this part of the menu you can set up a second source as a backup.
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In this part of the menu it is possible to enable and disable the various alarms on the impostable input levels. This part of the menu shows and allows you to set the levels of the input signals. This part of the menu allows you to manage the configuration of input impedances.
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Data Description This part of the menu allows you to read and set common RDS settings. While the RDS settings transmitted are handled by the DSN submenu. UECP Interface Enable Enable / disable the UECP interface. UECP Port Baud rate Show and set the UECP transmission speed.
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This part of the menu allows you to read and set the transmitted RDS signal. Data Set Name: Sets the name of the selected DSN. Data Set Number: Set the number of the selected DSN. Program Service Number: Set the program service of the selected DSN.
In this part of the menu it is possible to see and set the alternative frequencies. In this part of the menu you can assign a DSN to each EON. Frequency/Time References PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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Data Description This part of the menu allows you to select the frequency reference with which to synchronize the transmitter. "Mandatory in case the network mode is synchronous (SFN)" Input Delay It is the delay of the audio contribution between the study and the transmission site if correctly set on each site in SFN allows to have synchronized TXs.
SERVICE INSTRUCTION ORDINARY MAINTENANCE To preserve the performaces of the product, preventing any faults, it is necessary to carry out maintenance operations. The following is the general guide-line for preventive maintenance of the Transmitter: • Proper cleaning of the installation site can help reduce the amount of maintenance work. •...
Beat the filter and use a vacuum cleaner to clean it. The filter can also be washed, but be careful that it is completely dry before using it again. If the filter is permanently damaged or broken, replace it with a new one. To find the filter features, contact Syes customer support. PCM/FM OI90005-09...
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Finally, reassemble the air filter inside the grid and the grid on the front panel by tightening the locking screws. Fit the grill panels. Lock the grid panels by tightening the fixing screws. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
PCM/FM 1000 W e 2000 W Remove all the screws of the grid panel. Remove the grid panel and the air filter. Remove the air filter and clean it. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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If the filter is permanently damaged or broken, replace it with a new one. To find the filter features, contact Syes customer support. Finally, reassemble the air filter inside the grid and the grid on the front panel by tightening the locking screws.
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Fit the grill panels. Lock the grid panels by tightening the fixing screws. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
If the filter is permanently damaged or broken, replace it with a new one. To find the filter features, contact Syes customer support. Finally, reassemble the air filter inside the grid and the grid on the front panel by tightening the locking screws.
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Fit the grill panels. Lock the grid panels by tightening the fixing screws. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
PCM/FM 5000 W Remove all the screws of the grid panel. Remove the grid panel and the air filter. Remove the air filter and clean it. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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Beat the filter and use a vacuum cleaner to clean it. The filter can also be washed, but be careful that it is completely dry before using it again. If the filter is permanently damaged or broken, replace it with a new one. To find the filter features, contact Syes customer support. Fit the filter. PCM/FM...
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Fit the grill panel. Lock the grid panel by tightening the fixing screws. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
Pay attention to the input and output power settings. If it is difficult to perform a proper repair due to the lack of spare parts or suitable tools, it is advisable to contact Customer Service at the email address technicalsupport@syes.eu. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
Fuse replacement Hazardous voltages. Before performing fuse replacement turn off the device and disconnect it from the mains. When it is necessary to replace a fuse, always use fuses with the same electrical and mechanical characteristics as the original fuse. The value of the fuse is shown on it and on the product where it is mounted, printed circuit board or panel.
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Remove all the fastening screws of the grid panel. Remove the grid panel, in order to access the fuses. Unscrew the fuse protection with a screwdriver. Remove the protection with the damaged fusilabile. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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Replace the fuse. Mount, screw it with a screwdriver, the protection with the fuse. Fit the grill panel by securing it with the screws. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
Replacing of the power supply module The presence of an alarm concerning the power supply module could be detected at different points: • On the transmitter control logic. • On the product display, on the ALARM screen. • Remotely via WEB or SNMP pages. •...
Power module replacement procedure PCM/FM 1000 W e 2000 W Remove all the fastening screws of the grid panel. Remove the grid panel. Remove the faulty power supply module. Open the grid panel of the faulty power supply module by pressing the safety spring. Remove the faulty power supply module.
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Insert the new power module in its space. Push the feed module and close its grid panel. Place the previously disassembled grid panel and secure it with the screws. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
PCM/FM 3000 W Remove all the fastening screws of the grid panel. Remove the grid panel and the air filter. Remove the faulty power supply module. Open the grid panel of the faulty power supply module by pressing the safety spring. Remove the faulty power supply module.
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Insert the new power module in its space. Push the feed module and close its grid panel. Place the previously disassembled grid panel and secure it with the screws. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
PCM/FM 5000 W Remove all the fastening screws of the grid panel. Remove the grid panel. Remove the air filter. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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Remove the faulty power supply module. Open the grid panel of the faulty power supply module by pressing the safety spring. Remove the faulty power supply module. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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Insert the new power module in its space. Push the feed module and close its grid panel. Position the air filter. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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Place the previously disassembled grid panel and secure it with the screws. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
Replacing the fans The fans do not require ordinary maintenance and their life cycle, under optimal conditions, is very long. The cooling fans are connected to the product via a connector to simplify the replacement work. All devices have fans in the back of the transmitter and are accessible and replaceable without opening the transmitter frame.
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Connect the connector of the new fan. The fan connector has an interlock contact, so you can not use the product without it is connected. Do not try to force it. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
PCM/FM 1000 W e 2000 W It is recommended to turn off the product Disconnect the faulty fan connector on the back of the product. Unscrew and remove the failed fan. Position and screw the new fan. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
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Connect the connector of the new fan. Turn on the product, if off The fan connector has an interlock contact, so you can not use the product without it is connected. Do not try to force it. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
PCM/FM 3000 W It is recommended to turn off the product Disconnect the faulty fan connector on the back of the product. Unscrew and remove the failed fan. Position and screw the new fan. Connect the connector of the new fan. Turn on the product, if off The fan connector has an interlock contact, so you can not use the product without it is connected.
PCM/FM 5000 W It is recommended to turn off the product Disconnect the faulty fan connector on the back of the product. Unscrew and remove the failed fan. PCM/FM OI90005-09 20/02/2020...
Position and screw the new fan. Connect the connector of the new fan. Turn on the product, if off The fan connector has an interlock contact, so you can not use the product without it is connected. Do not try to force it. Change of channel Direct and reflected power readings.
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