Quick Setup - Array Solutions PowerMaster II Manual

Quick Setup

If you are currently using a wattmeter in your setup, you have everything
you need for a test. If you are not using a wattmeter, then you will need
a suitable coaxial jumper to connect the RF Coupler to your transmitter.
Connect the RF Coupler as follows:
SOURCE - connects to your transmitter (or amplifier output)
LOAD - connects to your antenna (or antenna tuner input)
For the 3 or 10 kW HF* PowerMaster, plug the ¼" connector into the
Directional Coupler and the opposite end into the Coupler 1 jack on the
back of the display. Supply 12 V DC power by connecting a standard 2.1
mm coaxial plug to the DC jack in the back of the Display Enclosure.
The center pin is "+" 12 V DC, which is connected to the white stripe
cable. (See page 10 for display rear panel details).
Connect your 12 volt DC power source. NOTE: It is recommended
that a separate power supply is used to power the unit. Using the
same power supply connected to the transceiver may cause RFI and
malfunction. You should observe that the display illuminates and the
firmware version number will be displayed initially, then the unit will
display the operational mode screen as in the image on the cover of this
manual. You are now ready for a test.
Simply use your normal procedure to transmit. The PowerMaster will
give you an instant indication of your power and VSWR.
If the PowerMaster is functioning with a display of your forward power
and VSWR number with a bar graph to indicate relative power, you may
now proceed to program it from the front panel buttons or the control
software.
PowerMaster II RF Wattmeter
If you are having other problems, refer to the Trouble Shooting
section of this manual.
*Note: VHF and UHF Couplers have their connection cord
permanently attached to the coupler. Insert the plug from the loose
end of the coupler cord into either Coupler 1 or Coupler 2 jack on the
rear panel of the display. (See Page 10 for details).
3 kW or 10 kW HF Coupler
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