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1000W1000H
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10052510
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160 Schoolhouse Road, Souderton, PA 18964 • 215-723-8181 • Fax 866-859-0582 • www.arworld.us

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  • Page 1 Operating and Service Manual 1000W1000H Model 10052510 Part Number Serial Number 160 Schoolhouse Road, Souderton, PA 18964 • 215-723-8181 • Fax 866-859-0582 • www.arworld.us...
  • Page 3 REGULATION (EC) 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Substances of Very High Concern Chemicals (SVHC) Supporting documentation is held by AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation’s Quality department in Pennsylvania, United States. Place of issue:...
  • Page 5 Instructions for European EMC Conformity WARNING It is the responsibility of the user of this equipment to provide electromagnetic shielding, filtering and isolation which is necessary for EMC compliance to Directive 2014/30/EU. The equipment must therefore be operated in a shielded area which provides a sufficient level of attenuation to meet the radiated emissions and immunity specifications.
  • Page 7 The caution symbol denotes a potential hazard. Attention must be given to the statement to prevent Your AR equipment may have more than one power supply cable. Use damage, destruction, or harm. only approved power cable(s). If you have not been provided with a Dangerous voltages are present.
  • Page 8 EQUIPMENT CONTAINING LASERS risk of serious injury due to unsafe AR Field Probes (FL/PL Series) and Field Analyzers (FA product handling should be a fundamental Series) are Class 1 laser products containing embedded consideration every user.
  • Page 9 Zur Vermeidung von Personen- oder Sachschäden gilt BEVOR SIE DAS GERÄT ANSCHLIESSEN es, die Hinweise zu beachten. Ihre AR-Ausrüstung hat möglicherweise mehr als ein Stromversorgungskabel. Gefährliche elektrische Spannungen sind vorhanden. Verwenden Sie nur zugelassene Stromkabel. Falls Sie kein Stromkabel oder Höchste Vorsicht ist geboten.
  • Page 10 Die meisten Geräte müssen während des Versands, der Montage und des Gebrauchs LASER-INFORMATION transportiert werden. Jeder Nutzer sollte sich AR - Feldsonden (FL/PL-Serie) und Feldanalysatoren (FA-Serie) über das Risiko von schweren Verletzungen sind Laserprodukte der Klasse 1 mit eingebetteten Klasse-4- durch unsachgemäße...
  • Page 11 électrode de mise à la Votre équipement AR peut disposer de plus d’un câble d’alimentation terre de protection. électrique. Utilisez uniquement un ou des câbles d’alimentation approuves.
  • Page 12 éliminer le risque injustifié de blessures causées par le levage est fournie par les méthodes de travail de NIOSH (publication Les sondes de champ AR (série FL/PL) et les analyseurs de n° 94-110) disponibles sur : champ (série FA) sont des produits laser de classe 1 contenant des lasers intégrés de classe 4.
  • Page 13 Er zijn gevaarlijke elektrische spanningen aanwezig. Wees uiterst voorzichtig. VOOR HET OPZETTEN VAN DE STROOM Uw AR-apparatuur kan meer dan een netvoedingskabel bezitten. Gebruik alleen goedgekeurde netvoedingskabel(s). Koopt een Wijst op een terminal aan die bedoeld is voor aansluiting netvoedingskabel die is goedgekeurd voor gebruik in uw land als u...
  • Page 14 APPARAAT DAT LASERS BEVAT distributie, de assemblage en het gebruik moeten worden behandeld, moet het risico AR-terreinsondes (FL/PL-serie) en terreinanalysatoren (FA- op ernstig letsel als gevolg van een serie) zijn laserproducten van klasse 1 met ingesloten onveilige behandeling van het product een klasse 4-lasers.
  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................i GENERAL INFORMATION ................1 General Description ....................1 Specifications ......................1 Power Supplies ....................... 1 Protection Circuits ....................2 Installation ......................2 1.4.1 Location ........................2 1.5.2 Power ........................3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ................ 7 General ........................
  • Page 16 Model 1000W1000H 2.9.1 No-Fault Control Actions ..................27 2.10 Remote Control Interfaces ..................28 2.10.1 GPIB (IEEE-488) Communications ..............28 2.10.2 RS-232 Communications ..................28 2.10.3 Fiber-Optic Serial Communications ..............29 2.10.4 USB Communications ..................29 2.10.5 Ethernet Communications ..................30 2.11...
  • Page 17 4.3.9 Low or No Power Output (RF Test) (Diagram 10052434) ........52 FIGURES Model 1000W1000H Front Panel ................8 Model 1000W1000H Rear Panel ................9 Typical Response @ -20 dBm Input ..............52 Typical Response @ 0 dBm Input ................ 53...
  • Page 18 Model 1000W1000H...
  • Page 19: General Information

    10 decibels (dB) or more. Solid-state technology is used exclusively to offer significant advantages in reliability and cost. A Model 1000W1000H, used with a frequency-swept signal source, will provide 1000 watts of swept power output from 80-1000 megahertz (MHz). Typical applications include antenna and component testing, wattmeter calibration, and electromagnetic interference (EMI) susceptibility testing, as well as usage as a driver for frequency multipliers and high-power amplifiers.
  • Page 20: Protection Circuits

    Select an operating location that will permit air to circulate freely around the amplifier’s cabinet. The Model 1000W1000H utilizes air cooling and should be located where the normal flow of air into or exiting from the unit will not be restricted, diverted, or re-circulated through the unit itself; in particular, the flow of warm air exiting the rear of the amplifier should not be impeded.
  • Page 21 Model 1000W1000H 1.5.2 Power The Model 1000W1000H is designed to operate using AC primary power of 200–240 Volts Alternating Current (VAC), 50–60 Hz single phase, 3500 watts maximum. CAUTION: Dangerous voltages are present in the Model 1000W1000H whenever the unit is plugged into an AC outlet. Always disconnect the unit from the main power line when servicing it.
  • Page 22 Model 1000W1000H Rev C...
  • Page 23 Amplifiers Model 1000W1000H The export classification for this The Model 1000W1000H is a solid-state, equipment is EAR99. These Class A design, self-contained, air- Features: commodities, technology or software cooled, broadband power amplifier are controlled for export in designed for applications where •...
  • Page 24 Model 1000W1000H • 1150 W, 80 - 650 MHz • 1000 W, 650-1000 MHz Electrical Specifications Parameter Symbol Minimum Typical Maximum Unit Rated Power Output (80 – 650 MHz) PSAT 1100 1250 >1400 PSAT 1000 1100 Rated Power Output (650 - 1000 MHz) >1200...
  • Page 25 Model 1000W1000H • 1150 W, 80 - 650 MHz • 1000 W, 650-1000 MHz Mechanical Specifications Parameters Typical Unit 57.3 x 136.0 x 67.1 Dimensions (26U Rack) (W x H x D) 22.6 x 53.5 x 26.5 Weight Cooling Forced air (self-contained fans) Side inlets / rear outlet Δt = +7°C (typical)
  • Page 26: Location

    Location, Type Ports Connector Location RF Sample Ports Front Front Rear Rear Contact your AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation Sales Associate for specific model configuration pricing. Envelope Drawing AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation • 160 Schoolhouse Rd, Souderton, PA 18964 • 215-723-8181 • info@arworld.us •...
  • Page 27: Power

    Model 1000W1000H • 1150 W, 80 - 650 MHz • 1000 W, 650-1000 MHz TYPICAL PSAT POWER @ 0 dBm INPUT TYPICAL POWER @ P3 dB COMPRESSION AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation • 160 Schoolhouse Rd, Souderton, PA 18964 • 215-723-8181 •...
  • Page 28 Model 1000W1000H • 1150 W, 80 - 650 MHz • 1000 W, 650-1000 MHz TYPICAL POWER @ P1dB COMPRESSION TYPICAL SMALL SIGNAL GAIN @ -20 dBm INPUT AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation • 160 Schoolhouse Rd, Souderton, PA 18964 • 215-723-8181 •...
  • Page 29 Model 1000W1000H • 1150 W, 80 - 650 MHz • 1000 W, 650-1000 MHz TYPICAL 2 HARMONICS @ 1000 W TYPICAL 3 HARMONICS @ 1000 W AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation • 160 Schoolhouse Rd, Souderton, PA 18964 • 215-723-8181 • info@arworld.us •...
  • Page 30 Freq (MHz) AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation • 160 Schoolhouse Rd, Souderton, PA 18964 To order AR Products, call: 215.723.8181. For an applications engineer, call: 800.933.8181. Direct to Service call: 215.723.0275 or email: service@arworld.us For Faxing Orders: 866.859.0582 (Orders Only Please) info@arworld.us Approved for public release by AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation ISO 9001:2015 Certified •...
  • Page 31: Operating Instructions

    The 1000W1000H amplifier is protected from input overdrive by an automatic level control circuit. The 1000W1000H RF power transistors are protected from over temperature by sensing the module temperature near the RF output transistors.
  • Page 32: Control And Indicator Functions

    Model 1000W1000H CONTROL AND INDICATOR FUNCTIONS The Model 1000W1000H’s front panel is shown in Figure 2-1; the unit’s rear panel features are detailed in Figure 2-2. Figure 2-1. Model 1000W1000H Front Panel Item Title Function INHIBIT, LOCAL, REMOTE Keylock Switch, 3-position; key removal in INHIBIT position only...
  • Page 33: Interface Identification

    Model 1000W1000H Figure 2-2. Model 1000W1000H Rear Panel INTERFACE IDENTIFICATION This section describes all external interfaces used to operate the amplifier via the control software. A Local/Remote switch on the front panel can allow control from the Local Controls or Remote Communications Ports.
  • Page 34 Model 1000W1000H 2.3.1.2 POWER Button The momentary POWER button turns the main power to the amplifier on and off. The status of the green light- emitting diode (LED) in the switch indicates whether the amplifier’s power is on or off. The main power supply fans are active when power is on.
  • Page 35: Inputs And Outputs

    2.4.3 IEEE-488, USB, and RS-232 Interfaces The Model 1000W1000H’s remote interfaces allow remote control, via a computer, of all amplifier functions (except for the Keylock Switch position) that can be controlled from the front panel. When the amplifier is in the Remote mode (as determined by the position of the Keylock Switch), a special Remote display is shown.
  • Page 36: Amplifier Operation

    Model 1000W1000H AMPLIFIER OPERATION 2.5.1 Local Operation 1. Connect the input signal to the unit’s RF INPUT connector. The input signal level should be 0dBm maximum. 2. Connect the load to the unit’s RF OUTPUT connector. 3. Set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch to LOCAL.
  • Page 37: Inhibit Screen

    Model 1000W1000H 2.6.2 Inhibit Screen The Inhibit screen is used as an indication to the user that the amplifier is in an inhibited mode. In INHIBIT mode, the POWER button cannot be used, and no touch screen menu options are available. In addition, the ADJUST knob is disabled.
  • Page 38: Select Screen

    Model 1000W1000H The green and red bar graphs and associated values display the forward and reverse power indicator values in Watts. The scale of the bar graphs is based on a range of 0 to rated power (see specification sheet). The forward power is indicated in green while the reverse power is indicated in red.
  • Page 39: User Screen

    Model 1000W1000H 2.6.6 User Screen The User screen presents the user with the revision levels of all the firmware that is running on all the main control system components. For the Switch Breakout Board (SBB) assemblies, only the piggy-back assembly firmware is listed.
  • Page 40: Power Indicator Frequency Screen

    Model 1000W1000H 2.6.8 Power Indicator Frequency Screen The Power Indicator Frequency screen allows the user to enter the current test frequency and improve the accuracy of the forward and reverse power indicators using a factory-installed look-up table. The black text at the top of the screen represents the current setting. The grey text shown inside the black box represents the new desired frequency and will update while entering a new value using the keypad.
  • Page 41: I/O Screen

    Model 1000W1000H 2.6.10 I/O Screen The I/O screen is used to present the user with menu options pertaining to the remote I/O ports found on the rear of the unit and the interaction with the touch screen. These options include the GPIB address, RS- 232/Fiber-Optic Serial Baud Rate, and key beep.
  • Page 42: Rs-232/Fiber-Optic Serial Baud Rate Screen

    Model 1000W1000H 2.6.12 RS-232/Fiber-Optic Serial Baud Rate Screen The RS-232/Fiber-Optic Serial Baud Rate screen is used to select the baud rate used by both the RS-232 serial port and the Fiber-Optic serial port. To get here from the Main Menu, touch the User menu button followed by the I/O menu button and finally the Serial menu button.
  • Page 43: Remote Screen

    Model 1000W1000H 2.6.14 Remote Screen When the Keylock switch is set to the REMOTE position the Remote screen appears. This screen has all the same information as the Main Menu screen except that the blue bar graph and associated value are only for the RF Gain value.
  • Page 44: Alc Lockout Feature

    Model 1000W1000H 2.6.16 ALC Lockout feature The ALC lockout feature allows users to lock all ALC settings and remain in the ALC Internal Mode regardless of a power cycle. Under normal operating conditions these settings can be changed at any time and reset with a power cycle.
  • Page 45: Control States

    Model 1000W1000H CONTROL STATES This section defines the various control software states required for this amplifier. An example of typical control states is shown below. The subsections below, define any special responsibilities of the control system. One example would be to state that when transitioning from the RF ON state to the POWER OFF state, care must be taken to remove the bias voltage from the power modules before disabling the main power supplies.
  • Page 46: Control Lines

    Model 1000W1000H CONTROL LINES This section defines all required control lines to be utilized by the control software and any actions (faults or alerts) that the control software must perform. In the tables below, indicate the NO ACTION STATES (or the correct operating states) of each line required and any actions that are required if the line is out of bounds.
  • Page 47 Model 1000W1000H 2.8.1.3 Connector J5 Lines 3, 4: Supplies +3.3 Vdc via a 10kOhm pull-up resistor Lines 1-4: Guaranteed operation up to +30 Vdc Lines 3, 4: 0 Vdc or +3.3 Vdc TTL Inputs & OD Outputs: Guaranteed operation up to +5 Vdc...
  • Page 48: Switch Breakout Board (A25)

    Model 1000W1000H 2.8.2 Switch Breakout Board (A25) 2.8.2.1 Connector J9 Indicate a range representing a NO ACTION STATE (i.e. +1.2 Vdc << +2.3 Vdc) Notes Once activated, inputs are checked for all following control states Guaranteed operation between 0.0 Vdc and +3.3Vdc (damage occurs outside this range)
  • Page 49 Model 1000W1000H 2.8.2.3 Connector J5 Lines 3, 4: Supplies +3.3 Vdc via a 10kOhm pull-up resistor Lines 1-4: Guaranteed operation up to +30 Vdc Lines 3, 4: 0 Vdc or +3.3 Vdc TTL Inputs & OD Outputs: Guaranteed operation up to +5 Vdc...
  • Page 50: Fault Definition

    Model 1000W1000H FAULT DEFINITION This section is used to define all faults that can occur and their source. Use the Control Line column to define what active control line generates the fault or use the text Internal for an internally generated fault from the control system (i.e., Internal 485 bus error).
  • Page 51: No-Fault Control Actions

    Model 1000W1000H 2.9.1 No-Fault Control Actions This section describes all no-fault actions taken by the controls system and their sources. Use the Control Line column to define what active control line generates the fault or use the text Internal for an internally generated fault from the control system (i.e., Internal 485 bus error).
  • Page 52: 2.10 Remote Control Interfaces

    Model 1000W1000H 2.10 REMOTE CONTROL INTERFACES This section describes remote operation of the amplifier using the provided General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB), RS-232 serial port, fiber-optic serial ports, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and Ethernet port. All ports are always active; however, only one port may be used at a time.
  • Page 53: Fiber-Optic Serial Communications

    Core Size: 50um (minimum) to 200um (recommended) Connector Type: This port can be used in conjunction with a serial to fiber-optic or USB to fiber-optic interface, such as an AR IF7001 USB to Fiber-Optic interface. *NOTE: The IF7001 device uses SMA connectors, a fiber-optic cable is needed with ST connectors on one end and SMA connectors on the other.
  • Page 54: Ethernet Communications

    Once installed, the DeviceInstaller™ utility will scan the network and find all connected Lantronix Ethernet devices. This list of found devices will include any connected AR Ethernet devices. By selecting one of the connected devices from the list, its IP address and subnet mask can be changed along, with several other settings.
  • Page 55: Power On/Off

    Model 1000W1000H 2.11.1 Power On/Off This command controls the power state. No other command will be accepted until the POWER:ON command has been issued. It is good practice to wait a minimum of two (2) seconds before polling the status after issuing the POWER:ON command.
  • Page 56: Power Indicator Frequency

    Model 1000W1000H 2.11.5 Power Indicator Frequency This command sets the current frequency used to correct the forward and reverse power indicators shown on the display. The correction factors used by this feature are set from the factory and stored in non-volatile memory.
  • Page 57: Alc Mode

    Model 1000W1000H 2.11.7 ALC Mode This command sets the mode of the Automatic Leveling Control (ALC) feature to either a default mode (MANUAL) or a user-configurable mode (ALC INT). In the default mode (MANUAL), the ALC Detector Gain, ALC Response, and ALC Threshold settings do not affect the operation of the ALC feature because factory settings are used instead.
  • Page 58: Alc Response Setting Adjust

    Model 1000W1000H 2.11.10 ALC Response Setting Adjust This command sets the ALC response setting. Adjusting this setting changes the ALC’s response time when reacting to a detected increase in the RF Output that exceeds the ALC Threshold Level. LEVEL:RESP<resp setting>...
  • Page 59: Machine State Query

    Model 1000W1000H 2.11.13 Machine State Query This command queries the RF gain, detector gain, ALC threshold, and ALC response time. MSB? Query: RF<space>GAIN=<rf_gain>,DT<space>GAIN=<det_gain>,THRES=<alc_th Response Format: resh>,RESP=<resp><LF> The RF Gain setting (0-100%), padded with leading spaces to be 3 characters <rf_gain>: <det_gain>:...
  • Page 60 Model 1000W1000H Each hexadecimal character represents a 4-bit binary number, allowing for a total of 16 binary flags that can be used to indicate various states of the amplifier. The definition of what each bit of information represents can be found in the Amplifier State Response Table below. For help converting the ASCII characters into binary Hex Character to Binary Bits table.
  • Page 61: Forward Power Query

    Model 1000W1000H 2.11.15 Forward Power Query This command queries the internally detected forward power (values are corrected and linearized). FPOW? Query: FPOW=<power><LF> Response Format: The detected forward power (0-99999) in Watts (value is always five <power>: characters, padded with spaces).
  • Page 62: Faults Query

    Model 1000W1000H 2.11.19 Faults Query This command queries information about a currently active fault. FSTA? Query: FSTA=<space><status><LF> Response Format: A hexadecimal number (0000 to FFFF), padded with zeros to always be 4 <status>: characters wide. Example: To query the fault status, send the following command: FSTA?<LF>...
  • Page 63: Read Fault Log Count

    Model 1000W1000H 2.11.22 Read Fault Log Count Use this command to query the total number of faults currently stored in the fault log. FSTA:LOG:COUNT? Query: <count><LF> Response Format: A decimal number between 0 and 200 <count>: Example: To query the fault log count, send the following command: FSTA:LOG:COUNT?<LF>...
  • Page 64: Alc Board Firmware Query

    Model 1000W1000H 2.11.25 ALC Board Firmware Query This command queries the firmware of the ALC board assembly. *ALC? Query: ALC_SW_REV<revision><LF> Response Format: The revision of the ALC Board. <revision>: Example: To query the ALC Board firmware revision, send the following command: *ALC?<LF>...
  • Page 65: System Serial Number Query

    Model 1000W1000H 2.11.28 System Serial Number Query This command queries the serial number of the system. Query: <number><LF> Response Format: The serial number of the amplifier (6 to 8 characters). <number>: Example: To query the serial number, send the following command: SN?<LF>...
  • Page 66 Model 1000W1000H Rev C...
  • Page 67: Theory Of Operation

    3. THEORY OF OPERATION INTRODUCTION The Model 1000W1000H RF amplifier consists of a Pre-Amplifier, 2-Way Splitter, (1) Dual W-Module (10051104) used as driver amplifier, (2) 8-way Splitters, (6) Dual W-Modules (10054117) used as final amplifiers, (1) 12-way Combiner and a Directional Coupler assembly.
  • Page 68: A3 Driver Amplifier

    Model 1000W1000H 3.2.3 A3 Driver Amplifier The power module is a dual channel RF amplifier module structured around GaN FET dice arranged in a push- pull configuration. The module operates on a dual supply of VGG = -8V and VDD = +23V, with a VDD draw of 20.5 amps (10.2 per channel) and VGG draw below 0.15 amps.
  • Page 69: A12 12-Way Combiner

    Model 1000W1000H tuning of the gain structure within an amplifier may generate faults in a properly operating module, by forcing it behind safe operating limits. 3.2.6 A12 12-Way Combiner The 12-way combiner has impedance-matching. When the outputs of the 12 final amplifiers are fed to the 12- way combiner, the combined output will be approximately 10.8 dB above the output of a single final amplifier.
  • Page 70 Model 1000W1000H 3.4.2 A15 Display Assembly, 4.3”, LCD (Schematics 10029679, 10030013) The A12 Display Assembly board consists of two 16-bit microcontrollers and about nine other ICs that monitor and indicate the status of the amplifier. Power is supplied using only a single 5-volt power supply. The board...
  • Page 71: Maintenance

    Section 4.3, Troubleshooting. Shipping instructions are as follows. To return an item, contact AR Customer Service for an RMA number and shipping instructions. Returns from outside the United States are not permitted without prior authorization. If shipping from outside of the United States, closely follow all directions on the RMA form for return shipping and marking.
  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    GaN HEMTs and other ESD-sensitive devices. Troubleshooting the Model 1000W1000H in a logical manner can speed the solution to a problem. The settings of potentiometers (pots), capacitors (caps), or other variables should not be disturbed until other problems have been eliminated.
  • Page 73: General - Reading Faults

    RF energy when these doors are opened. NOTE: The Model 1000W1000H is shipped with a mating connector, which has a jumper between Pins 1 and 8 and 10 and 14, installed in the rear panel interlock connector. The unit will not operate unless the interlock circuit is closed.
  • Page 74: Power Supply Faults (Schematic 10052434)

    Model 1000W1000H 4.3.4.1 Interlock Fault 1. In the event of an Interlock Fault, the front panel display should read INTERLOCK FAULT. 2. Check to see if it is safe to be power up the unit—are there personnel present in the screen room, or are doors to the screen room open? 3.
  • Page 75: Alc Fault

    Model 1000W1000H 4.3.7 ALC Fault 1. Indication – ALC 2. As stated previously, the power limit controls could not limit either the forward or reverse power to the preset threshold. This can be a transient type of problem, if the fault can be cleared. If the fault cannot be cleared with no RF input drive power, then there is a malfunction in the ALC board or associated circuit.
  • Page 76: Low Or No Power Output (Rf Test) (Diagram 10052434)

    NOTE: The DC Tests specified in Section 4.3.8 should be completed before conducting the RF tests specified in the following sections. 1. The Model 1000W1000H’s typical gain response at -20 dBm input and 0 dBm input is shown in Figures 4- 1 and Figure 4-2.
  • Page 77: Typical Response @ 0 Dbm Input

    Model 1000W1000H Figure 4-2. Typical Response at 0 dBm Input Rev C...
  • Page 78 Model 1000W1000H Rev C...
  • Page 79 These modules are not field-repairable and should never be opened outside of AR’s Microelectronics Lab. The modules in these product lines have a security label on two sides of the modules between the housing and lid/cover. If the security label is removed and or cut, the warranty of the module will be voided.

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