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Outdoor PowerMAX Systems High Power Outdoor SSPA Modules C-Band System Installation Manual Teledyne Paradise Datacom (814) 238-3450 11361 Sunrise Park Drive sales@paradisedata.com Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 USA www.paradisedata.com 215861 REV C ECO A25602 01/2021...
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Proprietary and Confidential The information contained in this document is the sole property of Teledyne Paradise Datacom. Any re- production in part or as a whole without the written permission of Teledyne Paradise Datacom is prohib- ited. All other company names and product names in this document are property of the respective compa- nies.
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3.1.2.4 Install Output Magic Tee Termination......38 3.1.2.5 Install Uni-Strut Supports (99 Inch) ......... 39 3.1.2.6 Install System Termination Lower Uni-Strut (45 Inch) ..40 3.1.2.7 Install System RF Distribution Upper Uni-Strut (45 Inch) 41 3.1.2.8 Install System Termination Upper Uni-Strut (45 Inch) ..42 3.1.2.9 Install System Termination Support Uni-Strut ....
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Figures Figure 2-1: System Components, 8-Way System with Maintenance Switch ..8 Figure 2-2: Installation, Base Mounting and Anchor Points, 8-way System ..9 Figure 2-3: System Outline, Top View ............. 10 Figure 2-4: System Outline, System RF Output End View ......10 Figure 2-5: Install Uni-Strut Support (63 Inch Segment) ........
Save all shipping containers and packing materials for future use. 1.2 Installation Conventions The High Power Outdoor PowerMAX system was shipped from the factory as intact as possible. The following conventions should be observed when preparing to install your system.
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1.2.3 RF Distribution Boxes and Outdoor System Controllers An identification label is affixed to the RF Distribution Boxes and Outdoor System Con- trollers. In 16-module systems, make sure to use the items labeled “System 1” with SSPA modules S1.X.X, and the items labeled “System 2” with SSPA modules S2.X.X. 1.2.4 Optional AC Distribution Boxes An identification label is affixed to the AC Distribution Boxes.
2.0 Introduction This section describes the unpacking, inspection and installation procedures the user should follow to set up a 8-way C-Band High Power Outdoor PowerMAX System. 2.1 Installation The system was shipped from the factory as intact as possible, but some assembly is required to complete the installation.
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System Uni-Strut Frame (x2) Waveguide Magic Tee and Crossguide Combiner Array (x2) Coupler with Support Flexible Waveguide (x2) Termination (for Magic Tee) Waveguide Combiner Supports (x4) Termination Supports AC Distribution Box (Optional) Uni-Strut Supports (x3) Outdoor Controllers RF Distribution Box SSPA (x8) Coaxial Cables, Waveguide &...
2.1.1 Prepare Location Decking The Outdoor PowerMAX System is designed to be installed on a flat, level, solid sur- face with the capability of anchoring the uni-strut frame assemblies to the decking. Figure 2-2 shows the typical dimensions of the base mounting installation and anchor points for the system and an optional Maintenance Switch/Termination Assem- bly.
OPTIONAL MAINTENANCE SWITCH RF OUTPUT SAMPLE TYPE N (f) RF INPUT SAMPLE DISTRIBUTION TYPE N (f) Figure 2-3: System Outline with Optional Maintenance Switch, Top View Figure 2-3 shows the top view of the system, after installation is completed. Figure 2-4 shows the system RF Output end view of the fully-installed system. OPTIONAL OPTIONAL ETHERNET...
2.1.2 Install System Framework Begin the system installation by bolting the system’s uni-strut frames to the system deck. The frames should be squared, leveled and plumbed. Ensure the hardware se- curing the uni-strut pieces together is tightly fastened. Warning! The uni-strut frame requires at least two persons to place into position.
Figure 2-6: Install Uni-Strut Support (18 Inch Segments) 2.1.2.2 Install Uni-Strut Supports (18 Inch) Connect the two 18 inch segments of uni-strut between the two uni-strut frames. The uni-strut segment with the attached ground wire should mount to the RF Input side of the frame, with the ground wire hanging down.
Figure 2-8: Install Waveguide/Combiner Array Mounting Bracket (Bottom) Figure 2-8 shows how to connect a L215716 bracket to the bottom of the array. Count down two holes from the top of the uni-strut frame and install the top waveguide/ combiner array mounting bracket as shown in Figure 2-9. Install the same hardware configuration in the bottom waveguide/combiner array mounting bracket.
Figure 2-10: Install High Power Outdoor SSPA Modules 2.1.4 Install High Power Outdoor SSPA Modules Each of the uni-strut frame assemblies has slots to install up to four (4) High Power Outdoor SSPA units. Identification stickers are affixed to the frame adjacent to the space where the matching SSPA module should be installed.
Ensure the High Power Outdoor SSPA module is level, and properly aligned with the waveguide assembly. Slide the module forward until the mounting supports touch the square washer stop. Loosely secure the amplifier to the uni-strut rail using four (4) sets of 1/2”...
Figure 2-12: Install Termination Supports 2.1.5.1 Install Output Magic Tee Termination Supports Install the supports for the Output Magic Tee termination between the uni-strut frames, as shown in Figure 2-12. The hardware used to attach the supports was shipped in place in the uni-strut frame. 2.1.5.2 Install Output Magic Tee Termination Secure the Output Magic Tee Termination by screwing the bracket attached to the ter- mination into the mounting holes in the support, as shown in Figure 2-18.
Figure 2-14: Connect Termination W/G Flange to Output Magic Tee Insert an appropriately sized full gasket (provided) in the grooved flange of the Magic Tee. Secure the waveguide flange of the termination to the waveguide flange of the Magic Tee as shown in Figure 2-14. 2.1.5.3 Connect Flexible Waveguide The Output Magic Tee is connected to the Magic Tee of each 4-way half with flexible waveguide.
2.1.6 Install Optional Maintenance Switch The Outdoor High Power Outdoor PowerMAX system includes an option for a mainte- nance switch, which can be used to direct the system output to a dummy load for maintenance purposes. This section details the installation of the components used in this option.
Figure 2-17: Connect Optional Maintenance Termination Supports 2.1.6.3 Install Optional Maintenance Termination Supports Install the supports for the maintenance termination between the uni-strut frames as shown in Figure 2-17. The hardware used to attach the supports was shipped in place in the uni-strut frame. The tabs on the supports should face the center of the frame.
Figure 2-19: Connect Optional Maintenance Waveguide to Switch 2.1.6.5 Install Optional Maintenance Waveguide Install the waveguide that connects the maintenance switch to the termination as shown in Figure 2-19 and Figure 2-20. Insert an appropriately sized half gasket (provided) in the grooved flanges at either end of the waveguide installation. Figure 2-20: Connect Optional Maintenance Waveguide to Termination 215861 REV C Installation, Outdoor HPO PowerMAX System...
Figure 2-21: Install Optional AC Distribution Box 2.1.7 Install Optional AC Distribution Box The optional AC Distribution Box was shipped with its mounting bracket attached to the unit. The hardware used to attach the supports was shipped in place in the uni-strut frame.
Figure 2-22: Install RF Distribution Box 2.1.8 Install RF Distribution Box The RF Distribution Box was shipped with its mounting bracket attached to the unit. The hardware used to attach the supports was shipped in place in the uni-strut frame. Secure the mounting brackets between the two frames on the RF Input end of the sys- tem, as shown in Figure 2-22.
Figure 2-23: Install Outdoor Controllers 2.1.9 Install Outdoor Controllers The two (2) Outdoor SSPA Controllers were shipped on a bracket connecting the two side-by-side, with mounting brackets on the outside edges. If the system includes the Ethernet option, the Ethernet switch is mounted to the back side of the Outdoor SSPA Controller assembly.
2.1.10 Connect Cables Install the following sets of cables as described. All semi-rigid coaxial cable is pre- formed and should not be re-shaped or otherwise altered. 2.1.10.1 Forward Sample In This cable is a semi-rigid coaxial cable labeled W10 that connects between the SMA connector of the forward sample off the crossguide coupler at the system output and Port J13 of the RF Distribution Box.
L213830-1 Cable, Optional Ethernet L213830- 1 L213830-7 Cable, Standard L213830- 7 Figure 2-24: System Auxiliary Power Cable, L213830-1 (Ethernet), top, or L213830-7 (Standard), bottom 2.1.10.4 Auxiliary Power Cable (L213830-7 or L213830-1) The power detector module in the system’s RF Distribution Box is powered from the Outdoor SSPA Controllers via the System Auxiliary Power Cable, part number L213830-7.
Figure 2-25: SSPA Module M&C Cable, L213827-1/-2 2.1.10.5 SSPA Module M&C Cables (L213827-1, -2) Communication for monitor and control purposes between the SSPA Controllers and each of the connected amplifiers is established through the Monitor & Control Cables. These cables connect to Port J4 of the SSPA Controller, and to Port J4 of each SSPA in the controller’s array of amplifiers.
- 1 VERSI ON - 2 VERSI ON Figure 2-26: Outdoor SSPA Controller DC Input Cable, L213826-1/-2 2.1.10.6 Outdoor SSPA Controller DC Input Cables (L213826-1, -2) Power to the SSPA Controllers is provided from each of the amplifiers in the array that the controller monitors and controls.
Figure 2-27: System Link Cable, L213828-1 2.1.10.7 System Link Cable (L213828-1) The System Link Cable, part number L213828-1, connects the system’s Outdoor SSPA Controllers and the RF Detector module housed within the RF Distribution Box. This cable is used to pass online/standby status information between the amplifiers. A label is affixed near each cable connector that describes the port to which it should be attached.
Mounting bracket secured to cable bulkhead SSPA CONT 1 MAINT L215628-2 SWITCH SSPA CONT 2 Figure 2-29: Optional Mute Switch Cable 2.1.10.9 Optional Mute Switch Cable The mute switch cable is used with systems utilizing the optional Maintenance Switch. This cable is part number L215628-2, and has labels affixed near the connectors to identify to which port that connector should be plugged.
Figure 2-31: Maintenance Switch Controller Cable The mating cable that connects between the indoor Maintenance Switch Controller and the system is part number L201061-1. The standard cable length is 100 ft. (30m). See Figure 2-31. Connect the Control Panel End (P1) to Port J3 at the rear panel of the indoor Mainte- nance Switch Controller, and the Switch Assembly End (P2) to the Switch Control con- nector of L215628-2 on Maintenance Switch bracket.
3.0 Introduction This section describes the unpacking, inspection and installation procedures the user should follow to set up a 16-way C-Band High Power Outdoor PowerMAX System. 3.1 Installation The system was shipped from the factory as intact as possible, but some assembly is required to complete the installation.
3.1.1 Prepare Location Decking The Outdoor PowerMAX System is designed to be installed on a flat, level, solid sur- face with the capability of anchoring the uni-strut frame assemblies to the decking. Figure 3-2 shows the typical dimensions of the base mounting installation and anchor points for the system and an optional Maintenance Switch/Termination Assem- bly.
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The RF Distribution Box and Outdoor Controllers will be mounted on the uni-strut frames opposite the central RF Output. The optional AC Distribution Boxes will be mounted at the top of the frames; the System 1 AC Box is mounted between the two uni-strut frames that make up System 1, and the System 2 AC Box is mounted be- tween the two frames that make up System 2.
3.1.2 Install System Framework Follow the instructions in Section 2.1.2 through Section 2.1.2.2 for installing the uni- strut frame for each 8-way portion of the 16-way system. Begin the system installation by arranging the system’s uni-strut frames on the system deck.
Figure 3-4: Installation, Magic Tee Termination Supports 3.1.2.3 Install Output Magic Tee Termination Supports For each 8-way system, install the supports for the Output Magic Tee termination be- tween the uni-strut frames, as shown in Figure 3-4. The hardware used to attach the supports was shipped in place in the uni-strut frame.
Figure 3-6: Connect 99-inch Uni-Strut Between 8-Way Systems 3.1.2.5 Install Uni-Strut Supports (99 Inch) With both 8-way systems blocked in place, install the two 99 inch uni-strut supports be- tween the two systems. See Figure 3-6 and Figure 3-7. Ensure hardware is tightly fastened.
Figure 3-8: Installation, System Termination, Lower Uni-Strut Support 3.1.2.6 Install System Termination Lower Support Uni-Strut Assembly (45 Inch) Install the system termination lower support uni-strut assembly between the two 8-way systems, as shown in Figure 3-8. This assembly should be centered between the two 8-way system frames.
Figure 3-10: Installation, System Controller Upper Uni-Strut Support 3.1.2.7 Install System RF Distribution Box Upper Uni-Strut Support (45 Inch) Install the system RF distribution box upper uni-strut support between the two 8-way systems, as shown in Figure 3-10. This support includes hardware used to install the system RF distribution box in the open channel side.
Figure 3-11: Installation, System Termination Upper Support Uni-Strut (x2) 3.1.2.8 Install System Termination Upper Support Uni-Strut (45 Inch) Install the two segments of system termination upper support uni-strut between the two 8-way systems as shown in Figure 3-11. These segments are mounted to the 18- inch segments of uni-strut between the uni-strut frames of each 8-way system.
Figure 3-12: Installation, System Termination Support Uni-Strut Assemblies 3.1.2.9 Install System Termination Support Uni-Strut Assemblies Two segments of 15-inch uni-strut are used as the upper supports for the system mag- ic tee termination. See Figure 3-12. These are secured to the 45 inch uni-strut seg- ments installed in Section 3.1.2.8.
3.1.3 Install Waveguide/Combiner Arrays Follow the instructions in Section 2.1.3 for installing the Waveguide/Combiner Arrays for each 8-way portion of the 16-way system. Note: The waveguide/combiner arrays are labeled “S1.1.1”, “S1.2.1”, “S2.1.1” and “S2.2.1”. Match the label on each waveguide/combiner array with the label of the top-most SSPA module slot in the uni-strut frame.
Figure 3-13: Installation, System Termination, Upper View 3.1.6 Install System Termination Remove the 10-32 hardware from the uni-strut assemblies installed in Section 3.1.2.9, and as shown in Figure 3-13. Save this hardware. Install the system termination as shown in Figure 3-13, with the right-angle termina- tion pointing towards system S2.#.#.
Figure 3-15: Installation, 16-Way Magic Tee Assembly 3.1.7 Install 16-Way Magic Tee Assembly Insert an appropriately sized half gasket (provided) in the grooved flange of the 16-way magic tee assembly and connect to the waveguide flange of the termination as shown in Figure 3-15.
Figure 3-16: Installation, 8-Way RF Output Waveguide 3.1.8 Install 8-Way RF Output Waveguide Install a half gasket at the waveguide flange of the magic tee and a half gasket at the waveguide flange of the 8-way system (System 1) crossguide coupler. Install the 8-way system RF Output Waveguide as shown in Figure 3-16.
Figure 3-17: Installation, System Signal Box Assembly 3.1.9 Install System Signal Box Assembly Connect the system signal box assembly to the uni-strut frame as shown in Figure 3- 17. Ensure all hardware is fastened to the torque specification listed in Appendix A. Connect the green/yellow striped ground wire between the uni-strut frame and the 16- way system RF distribution box, as shown in Figure 3-15.
3.1.10 Install Optional AC Distribution Boxes Each 8-way system has an option for an AC Distribution Box. Follow the instructions in Section 2.1.7 to install the AC Distribution Box for each 8-way system. Use the box labeled System 1 with the S1.#.# SSPA modules, and the box labeled System 2 with the S2.#.# SSPA modules.
3.1.13 Connect Cables Install the following sets of cables as described. All semi-rigid coaxial cable is pre- formed and should not be re-shaped or otherwise altered. 3.1.13.1 Forward Sample In There are two semi-rigid coaxial cables labeled W10. These cables connect between the SMA connector of the forward sample off the crossguide coupler at each 8-way system output and Port J13 of the associated system RF Distribution Box.
◄ L213830-9 (Standard) L213830-8 (Ethernet Option) ► Figure 3-18: Auxiliary Power Cable, L213830-8 or L213830-9 3.1.13.4 Auxiliary Power Cable (L213830-8 or L213830-9) The power detector module in the 16-way system’s RF Distribution Box is powered from the Outdoor SSPA Controllers via the Auxiliary Power Cable, part number L213830-9.
Figure 3-19: SSPA Module M&C Cable, L213827-1/-2 3.1.13.5 SSPA Module M&C Cables (L213827-1, -2) Communication for monitor and control purposes between the SSPA Controllers and each of the connected amplifiers is established through the Monitor & Control Cables. These cables connect to Port J4 of the SSPA Controller, and to Port J4 of each SSPA in the controller’s array of amplifiers.
- 1 VERSI ON - 2 VERSI ON Figure 3-21: Outdoor SSPA Controller DC Input Cable, L213826-1/-2 3.1.13.7 Outdoor SSPA Controller DC Input Cables (L213826-1, -2) Power to the SSPA Controllers is provided from each of the amplifiers in the array that the controller monitors and controls.
Figure 3-22: System Link Cable, L213828-4 3.1.13.8 System Link Cable (L213828-4) The System Link Cable, part number L213828-4, connects the 16-way system’s Out- door SSPA Controllers and the RF Detector module housed within the system RF Dis- tribution Box. This cable is used to pass online/standby status information between the amplifiers.
3.2 Install Optional Maintenance Switch The 16-Way Outdoor High Power Outdoor PowerMAX system includes an option for a maintenance switch, which can be used to direct the system output to a dummy load for maintenance purposes. This section details the installation of the components used in this option.
Figure 3-25: Installation, Optional Maintenance Termination 3.2.3 Install Optional Maintenance Termination Remove the hardware detailed in Figure 3-25 from the maintenance termination supports. Use this hardware to secure the bracket attached to the termination into the mounting holes in the supports, as shown in Figure 3-25. Note: There is a set of stand-off screws (two in front;...
Figure 3-26: Installation, Optional Maintenance Switch 3.2.4 Install Optional Maintenance Switch After all amplifiers and waveguide/combiner arrays have been installed, the optional Maintenance Switch may be installed at the system RF output. Attach the Maintenance Switch support to the adjacent uni-strut, using the hardware provided.
Figure 3-27: Installation, Optional Maintenance Waveguide 3.2.5 Install Optional Maintenance Waveguide Install the E-/H-bend waveguide segment that connects the maintenance switch to the termination as shown in Figure 3-27. Insert an appropriately sized half gasket (provided) in the grooved flanges at either end of the waveguide installation. Secure waveguide flanges with hardware provided.
SYSTEM 1 MAINT SSPA CONT 1 L215628-3 SWITCH SYSTEM 1 SSPA CONT 2 SYSTEM 2 SSPA CONT 1 Figure 3-28: Optional Mute Switch Cable, L215628-3 SYSTEM 2 SSPA CONT 2 3.2.6 Optional Mute Switch Cable (L215628-3) The mute switch cable is used with systems utilizing the optional Maintenance Switch. This cable is part number L215628-3, and has labels affixed near the connectors to identify to which port that connector should be plugged.
Plug the circular MIL-connectors into Port J7 of the Outdoor SSPA Controllers and the socket of the Maintenance Switch. The mating cable that connects between the indoor Maintenance Switch Controller and the system is part number L201061-1. The standard cable length is 100 ft. (30m). See Figure 3-30.
Appendix A A.1 Hardware Torque Specifications All hardware should be fastened to the torque specifications listed in Table A-1. Table A-1: Recommended Hardware Torque Specifications Hardware Size Torque Units 10-32 in./lbs. 1/4-20 ft./lbs. 1/2-13 ft./lbs. Installation, Outdoor HPO PowerMAX System 215861 REV C...
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