Microprocessor; Physical Configuration; Front Panel Controls, Indicators And Test Points; Controls - RF Technology Eclipse Series Operation And Maintenance Manual

7.1.5 Microprocessor

7.1.5. Microprocessor
A microprocessor is used to control the synthesizer, tone squelch, PTT functions,
external reference monitoring, calibration, fault monitoring and reporting, output power
level control, volume adjustment, line selection, option setting, and facilitate channel
frequency programming.
7.2

Physical Configuration

The transmitter is designed to fit in a 19 inch rack mounted sub-frame. The installed
height is 4 RU (178 mm) and the depth is 350 mm. The transmitter is 63.5 mm or two
Eclipse modules wide.
7.3 Front Panel Controls, Indicators, and Test Points
7.3.1

Controls

Transmitter Key - Momentary Contact Push Button
Line Input Level - screwdriver adjust multi-turn pot
7.3.2

Indicators

Power ON - Green LED
Tx Indicator - Yellow LED
Fault Indicator - Flashing Red LED
7.3.3

Test Points

There are no front panel test points. All important test points are monitored by the
firmware.
7.4

Electrical Specifications

7.4.1

Power Requirements

Operating Voltage - 16 to 32 Vdc
Current Drain - 1A Maximum, typically 0.25A Standby
Polarity - Negative Ground
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