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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL REDUNDANT 250W C-BAND HUB-MOUNT SOLID STATE POWER AMPLIFIER AWMA – C250 PM 100-415550-220, REV. 3...
- Page 2 LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTY ADVANTECH Advanced Microwave Technologies, Inc. warrants this product to be free of materials and workmanship defects. The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper handling or abuse by the Buyer, unauthorized modification, operation outside of the environmental specifications for the product, or improper installation or maintenance.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
AWMA-C250 CONTENTS SAFETY ................................6 GENERAL INFORMATION..........................9 MAJOR SUBSYSTEMS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ...................13 RF S ............................13 SYSTEM 3.1.1 RF High Power Module .......................13 3.1.2 RF Driver Module ..........................13 3.1.3 Waveguide Arm Assembly ......................14 3.1.4 RF Input Isolation Circuit ......................14 ..................14 EDUNDANT AVEGUIDE WITCH ASSEMBLY ......................14... - Page 4 AWMA-C250 7.4.1 Safety Considerations ........................34 7.4.2 Setting RF Output ..........................34 ..................34 ETTING INIMUM UTPUT OWER HRESHOLD ..........................35 MPLIFIER HUTDOWN ..........................35 LARMS AND AULTS ...........................35 ESETTING THE 7.8.1 Clearing Faults ..........................36 .......................36 SING THE OFTWARE NTERFACE INITIAL MENU (SCREEN) PAGE ......................37 MENU (SCREEN) PAGE #1 ........................38 MENU (SCREEN) PAGE #2...
- Page 5 AWMA-C250 FIGURES 1: P ...................... 10 IGURE RODUCT UTLINE 2: P ) .................. 11 IGURE RODUCT UTLINE EACH UNIT 3: B )..................12 IGURE LOCK IAGRAM ONE UNIT 4: C ................... 15 IGURE ONNECTORS SIDE OF ONE UNIT 5: B 1:1 R ..............
- Page 6 AWMA-C250 TABLES TABLE 1: CONNECTORS ( )..................15 EACH UNIT TABLE 2: AC LINE (J5) – PIN ASSIGNMENTS ( )..........17 EACH UNIT TABLE 3: MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................ 21 TABLE 4: POWER ( ) ....................22 EACH UNIT TABLE 5: ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS................ 24 TABLE 6: RS-485 INTERFACE....................
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Page 7: Safety
PERSONNEL WORKING ON RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT’, also Sub-clauses 3.2, 3.7 and 22.1 of the Standard. To prevent the risk of personal injury or loss related to equipment malfunction Advantech uses the following symbols for safety related information. For your own safety, please read the information carefully BEFORE operating the equipment. - Page 8 AWMA-C250 ----------------------------------------------- WARNING ----------------------------------------------------- When supplying power to this equipment, use the 3-pin connector provided to connect to a grounded power outlet; also use a ground strap between the station’s ground bus and the ground screw located on the SSPA frame and redundancy frame. If power is supplied without grounding to the equipment, there is a risk of receiving a severe or fatal electric shock.
- Page 9 The permissible levels of exposure are quite low in comparison to the power levels of the amplifiers built by Advantech (e.g. less than 10 mW versus 20 to 1000 W delivered by different units). The permissible levels are currently being studied by a number of organizations. In the past the U.S.
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Page 10: General Information
Advantech Advanced Microwave Technologies, Inc. has prepared this manual for use by Advantech personnel and customers as a guide for the proper installation, operation and maintenance of Advantech equipment and computer programs. The drawings, specifications and information contained herein are property of Advantech Advanced Microwave Technologies, Inc. -
Page 11: Figure 1: Product Outline
AWMA-C250 Figure 1: Product Outline Redundant 1:1 System, mounted on Redundancy Frame Page 10... -
Page 12: Figure 2: Product Outline ( Each Unit )
AWMA-C250 Figure 2: Product Outline (each unit) Page 11... -
Page 13: Figure 3: Block Diagram (One Unit)
AWMA-C250 COMMON PMALARM TEMP MUTE DALARM MUTE-D DTEMP GAIN CURR DALARM MUTE-D DTEMP GAIN Figure 3: Block Diagram (one unit) Page 12... -
Page 14: Major Subsystems And Their Functions
AWMA-C250 3. MAJOR SUBSYSTEMS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The Redundant 1:1 System contains 2 Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPA) model AWMA-C250 mounted on a redundancy frame and interconnected via dedicated harnesses, waveguides, semi-rigid coaxial cables and waveguide switch. The entire system is intended for mounting near the hub of the antenna or behind the antenna as part of the balance weight (outdoor applications). -
Page 15: Waveguide Arm Assembly
AWMA-C250 3.1.3 W AVEGUIDE SSEMBLY The Waveguide Arm Assembly of each unit includes a harmonic filter, a three-port output circulator and related power detectors (for Forward Power and for Reflected Power). • The output circulator provides one reflected power port coupled via a detector to the Monitor and Control board for reverse power protection. -
Page 16: Figure 4: Connectors Side Of One Unit
AWMA-C250 Figure 4: Connectors side of one unit TABLE 1: CONNECTORS (each unit) Connector Function Description Mating Connector (J1) RF Input N - Type (F) N - Type (M) (J2) Serial Interface MS3114E10-6P (M) MS3116F10-6S (F) (J3) Discrete Interface MS3114E16-26P (M) MS3116F16-26S (F) (J4) RF Output Monitor Port... -
Page 17: Figure 5: Block Diagram 1:1 Redundant System
AWMA-C250 AMPLIFIER "A" RF OUT A HIGH POWER SSPA INPUT A REDUNDANT SERIAL I/F A I/F A COAXIAL W/G LOAD SWITCH SPLITTER ANTENNA SERIAL I/F REDUNDANT I/F CABLE RF INPUT CABLE (TYPE N, FEMALE) SERIAL REDUNDANT I/F B I/F B HIGH POWER SSPA RF OUT B... -
Page 18: Power Supply Subsystem
AWMA-C250 3.4 P OWER UPPLY UBSYSTEM The Power Supply of each unit consists of two identical, 1200 W Power Supply modules. Each module can supply outputs as follows: • 3 x 30 A @ + 12V DC, • 3 x 0.1 A @ - 9V DC, •... -
Page 19: The Cooling Subsystem
AWMA-C250 3.6 T OOLING UBSYSTEM The cooling subsystem of each unit includes the Fan and the harnesses provided for easy fan replacement. The cooling fan is configured for 220 VAC operation (pulsed controlled by a speed control PCB, which allows for a temperature dependent rotating speed). 3.7 LRU P HILOSOPHY The maintenance concept employed in each unit is to localize a malfunction or circuit failure... -
Page 20: Unpacking And Installation
AWMA-C250 4. UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION This section contains instructions for site preparation, unpacking and installation of the units. 4.1 I NITIAL NSPECTION Inspect the shipping container for damage. If the container or cushioning material is damaged, immediately contact the carrier that delivered the equipment and submit a damage report. Failure to do so could invalidate future claims. -
Page 21: Figure 6: Main Frame Assembly
AWMA-C250 Amplifiers (1:1) Assembly: Refer to Figure 1 (page 10) & Figure 6 (page 20). On the vertical standing frame install (hardware provided) two 250 watts units at stand-off. The waveguide outlets should be at top and fans at the back. From front the unit at left is labeled ‘A’ and the unit on the right is ‘B’. Figure 6: Main Frame Assembly Page 20... -
Page 22: Electrical Connections
AWMA-C250 To install the waveguide switch assembly, proceed as follows: 1. Position the interconnecting flange (from switch) so that it aligns precisely with the waveguide flange at the top of each unit. 2. Install the waterproof gasket (supplied) in the interconnecting flange. 3. -
Page 23: Table 4: Power (Each Unit)
AWMA-C250 WARNING : Proper grounding of the AC power outlet is necessary for personnel and equipment safety. Use the ground stud provided on the unit and on the base frame to properly ground the entire system. TABLE 4: POWER (each unit) Power Requirements 220 ±... -
Page 24: Rf Connections
The center pin of the connectors used by ADVANTECH has a precision tolerance measured in mils (1/1000 inch). The mating connectors of various suppliers may not be precision types. Consequently, the center pins of these devices may not have the proper depth. -
Page 25: Table 5: Environmental Conditions
AWMA-C250 TABLE 5: ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Temperature: Non-operating (continuous exposure) - 50°C to + 85°C Operating (ambient) - 30°C to + 55°C Relative Humidity: 100% condensing, up to 2” of water/hour rain Altitude: 10,000 feet AMSL, derated 2°C/1,000 feet from AMSL TABLE 6: RS-485 INTERFACE Baud rate 9600 (default factory setting) -
Page 26: Interfaces
AWMA-C250 5. INTERFACES Each unit is provided with interfaces that can be used to connect it with several optional external devices. The interfaces for this model (AWMA-C250) are listed bellow: 1. Serial Interface (J2): This interface provides communication and remote control via RS- 422/485 serial communication port. -
Page 27: Serial Interface (1:1 Redundant System )
AWMA-C250 5.1 S (1:1 R ERIAL NTERFACE EDUNDANT YSTEM The serial interface (P1) is typically used to control and monitor the system from a PC station, via an RS-422/485 serial communication port. The serial interface is located on redundant frame assembly. -
Page 28: Discrete Interface
AWMA-C250 5.2 D ISCRETE NTERFACE The Discrete Interface is typically used by those who desire to operate the unit remotely using switches for command and LEDs for status. Nevertheless it is suited for integration with a computer. The Discrete Interface is located at connector J3 on the connectors plate of the SSPA. J3 is a 26 - pin MS3114E16-26P (male) connector with pin assignment shown in TABLE 8 at page 28. -
Page 29: Table 8: Discrete Interface (J3) - Pin Assignments ( Each Unit )
AWMA-C250 TABLE 8: DISCRETE INTERFACE (J3) – PIN ASSIGNMENTS (each unit) Name Type Active condition PWRON_S output (active closed) Indicates controller power is on. RFMUT_S output (active closed) Indicates RF output is muted (i.e. off). ALARM_S output (active open) Indicates operation at base plate temperature > 70 °C but <... -
Page 30: Rf Output Monitor Port
AWMA-C250 5.3 RF O UTPUT ONITOR This RF interface is located at J4 connector, ‘N’ Type, Female, on the connectors plate of each unit. It is typically used for independent monitoring of SSPA output power levels through the use of an external power meter. To determine the true output power in dBm, add the value measured at the RF Output Monitor Port (J4) to the calibrated coupling factor corresponding to the specific frequency. -
Page 31: Initial Power On And Checkout
AWMA-C250 6. INITIAL POWER ON AND CHECKOUT This section describes the procedure for turning on each unit for the first time. It also describes the steps for initial checkout of the system. Before proceeding with the steps in this section, read it completely, to become familiar with normal operation of the unit. -
Page 32: Operation
AWMA-C250 7. OPERATION 7.1 I NTRODUCTION This section describes the normal operation of the 1:1 Redundant System. The design of this equipment allows minimum operator intervention and maintenance. The units are completely self-controlled and have extremely reliable functionality in a very harsh environment. The system may be operated via the RS-422 serial interface or the discrete interface. -
Page 33: Preparing The Serial Interface
AWMA-C250 Change the address one by one. Power up just one unit at the time, to avoid any communication conflict. When you turn on the system for the first time, follow the sequence: 1. - Turn ON UNIT A 2. - Turn ON UNIT B Perform for each unit, the following normal operating procedure: 1. -
Page 34: Software Configuration
AWMA-C250 TABLE 9: SERIAL INTERFACE (P1) CONNECTION INFORMATION Serial Interface RS-422/RS-232 Active condition (P1) Pin Adapter Pin # Serial Transmit port, RS-422 TX+ levels Serial Transmit port, RS-422 TX- levels Serial Receive port, RS-422 RX+ levels Serial Receive port, RS-422 RX- levels System common. -
Page 35: Rf Configuration
AWMA-C250 7.4 RF C ONFIGURATION 7.4.1 S AFETY ONSIDERATIONS The VSWR protection at the output of the amplifier is designed to protect the unit against accidental operation with blocked waveguide (VSWR 3:1) at the RF output flange by causing the unit to shutdown automatically. -
Page 36: Amplifier Shutdown
AWMA-C250 7.6 A MPLIFIER HUTDOWN Each unit shuts down due to an alarm or as a result of a hardware or software command. A software shutdown is achieved by selecting the MUTE ON function key sending the appropriate code via the RS-422 serial interface (see Section 7.9 at page 36). The amplifier can be restarted in a similar manner provided a hardware shutdown is not in effect. -
Page 37: Clearing Faults
AWMA-C250 7.8.1 C LEARING AULTS Using the serial interface: From Screen (menu) #1, use the function key ‘F9’ to select the unit, then press ‘F5’ to reset the unit. 7.9 U SING THE OFTWARE NTERFACE Function key ‘F10’ is reserved to go to the next screen (menu) page. There are three screen (menu) pages. -
Page 38: Initial Menu (Screen) Page
PC used for communication. The following image will be displayed on the display of the PC. The user should introduce the communication-port number (usually 2) and press then <ENTER> key. ADVANTECH - Advanced Microwave Technologies, Inc. Address COM port [1...4]: Copyright 1995. -
Page 39: Menu (Screen) Page #1
MENU (SCREEN) PAGE #1 NOTE: Commands ‘F5’, ‘F6’, ‘F7’ & ‘F8’ require that the unit to be in REMOTE mode. See key ‘F2’ bytes 9 & 13 below. ADVANTECH - Advanced Microwave Technologies, Inc. Address Leds info : >00AL110010 011 S001 00#K Message : >00AM#P... - Page 40 AWMA-C250 11. ‘1’ - A message is available / ‘0’- no messages 12. ‘1’ - A request to go LOCAL was issued / ‘0’- no event 13. ‘1’ - Computer interface in control / ‘0’- Hardware interface in control (if byte #9 is a ‘1’) F3 - Requests alarm or fault message.
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Page 41: Menu (Screen) Page #2
MENU (SCREEN) PAGE #2 NOTE: These commands require that the unit be in REMOTE mode with the serial interface in control. See screen (menu) page #1 key ‘F2’ bytes 9 & 13. ADVANTECH - Advanced Microwave Technologies, Inc. Address Parameters : >00AQSWT0 A0.0O43.1... -
Page 42: Menu (Screen) Page #3
AWMA-C250 MENU (SCREEN) PAGE #3 ADVANTECH - Advanced Microwave Technologies, Inc. Address Leds info : >00AL101010 011 S101 00#L Alt-X to exit PAGE - 3 - PROTOCOL: ADV, 9600, E Rev 1.40 Copyright 1995. F1Re mote F2Le sF3No Prior F4Pr... -
Page 43: Maintenance
AWMA-C250 8. MAINTENANCE This section describes scheduled maintenance procedure for amplifier. CAUTION : Improper maintenance of the amplifier may void the warranty. 8.1 P REVENTIVE AINTENANCE This product requires minimum maintenance. This consists of visual inspection and cleaning. WARNING : The person performing maintenance of this equipment must have training and knowledge of both the product and safety requirements and safety issues related to the equipment. -
Page 44: Module Replacement Procedures
AWMA-C250 8.2 M ODULE EPLACEMENT ROCEDURES 8.2.1 S HROUD ISASSEMBLY 1. Disconnect power supply cable for fan, from connector P5. Refer to Figure 2 at page 11. 2. Remove shroud assembly from PA, held by eight 8-32x1/2” hex head screws. 8.2.2 F EPLACEMENT 1. -
Page 45: Rf Power Module Replacement (A3)
AWMA-C250 8.2.6 RF P (A3) OWER ODULE EPLACEMENT 1. Follow 8.2.3, steps 1 - 4. Refer to Figure 4 at page 15. 9. Follow 8.2.1, steps 1 - 2. Refer to Figure 2 at page 11. 2. Remove cover held by latches. 3. -
Page 46: Appendix - A: Electrical Specifications
AWMA-C250 9. APPENDIX – A: Electrical Specifications ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS: The SSPA specified herein is capable of meeting or exceeding the performance specifications listed in the following table over frequency range, operating temperature and line voltage variation unless otherwise specified. The SSPA will meet all RF performance specifications within thirty minutes of application of prime power. -
Page 47: Appendix - B: Packing List
AWMA-C250 10. APPENDIX – B: Packing List PACKING LIST Item Quantity Description Part # Installation and Operating Manual PM100-415550-220 Rev. 2 C-band 250 Watt amplifier model 100-415550-220 AWMA-C250 Serial Communications Software 380-100796-001 Rev. 1.40 (on 3 ½ ” diskette) #10-32 x 1/2” hex head mach screw 802-103290-001 #10 lock washer 803-100100-001... -
Page 48: Appendix - C: Module Replacement
AWMA-C250 11. APPENDIX – C: Module Replacement MODULE REPLACEMENT (each unit) Module Description Part Number Power Supply Assembly (A1, A2) 270-100500-203 Speed Control PCB (A10) 210-250287-001 Current Sensor Assembly (A7) 210-500249-001 RF Driver module (A4) 200-110500-002 RF Power module (A3) 200-415500-002 Monitor and Control Board (A5) 210-250754-212... -
Page 49: Appendix - D: Safety And Emc Compliance
AWMA-C250 12. APPENDIX - D: SAFETY AND EMC COMPLIANCE ADVANTECH products are compliant with following standards: SAFETY: IEC 60950-1 second edition 2005 EMC: EN301489-1 2004 (EMC for radio equipment and services, common technical requirements): EN 55022: 1998 / A1: 2000 - Class A EN61000-4-4 Transient/burst 0.5kV Signal Lines, 1 kV Power Lines...