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Page 1: Operation Manual
Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier Operation Manual Operation Manual, Part Number 34672, Rev. C, March 2011... -
Page 2: Contact Information
All technical data and specifications in this publication are subject to change without prior notice and do not represent a commitment on the part of Giga-tronics, Incorporated. © 2011 Giga-tronics Incorporated. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. Warranty Giga-tronics GT-1000A Series instruments are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for one year from date of shipment. - Page 3 Type of Equipment: Model Series Number Microwave Power Amplifier GT-1000A Model Numbers: Not applicable Declaration of Conformity on file. Contact Giga-tronics at the following; Giga-tronics, Incorporated 4650 Norris Canyon Road San Ramon, California 94583 Telephone: 800.726.4442 (only within the United States) 925.328.4650...
- Page 4 Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier Record of Changes to This Manual Use the table below to maintain a permanent record of changes to this document. Replacement pages will be issued as a TPCI (Technical Publication Change Instruction), and will be...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
............................ 3 HAPTER NTRODUCTION 2.1 Overview ................................3 2.1.1 Features and Benefits of the GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier ............. 3 2.3 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors ......................4 2.3.1 GT-1000A Front Panel Description ......................5 2.3.2 GT-1000A Rear Panel Description ......................6 2.3.3 Replace the Fuse ............................ - Page 6 Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier List of Tables Table 1: GT-1000A Front Panel Controls, Indicators, and Connections ..............5 Table 2: GT-1000A Rear Panel Controls, Indicators, and Connections ..............6 Table 3: Replace the GT-1000A Line Fuse ......................... 7 Table 4: Receiving and Inspection of the GT-1000A ....................8 Table 5: GT-1000A AC Power Specifications ......................
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Page 7: Chapter 1 Safety And Manual Conventions
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death WARNING or serious injury. 1.2 Equipment Safety Alert CAUTION: Indicates a situation which can damage or adversely affect the GT-1000A or CAUTION associated equipment. 1.3 Notes Notes are denoted and used as follows: NOTE: Highlights or amplifies an essential operating or maintenance procedure, practice, condition or statement. -
Page 8: Electrical Safety Precautions
1.5 Electrical Safety Precautions WARNING An uninterruptible safety earth ground must be provided from the main power source to the GT-1000A. Any interruption of the protective ground conductor (internal or external to the instrument) or disconnecting the protective earth terminal will cause a potential shock hazard that could result in personal injury. -
Page 9: Chapter 2 Introduction
Chapter 2 Introduction 2.1 Overview This chapter describes the controls, inputs/outputs, indicators, and basic function of the GT-1000A. 2.1.1 Features and Benefits of the GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier Provides 10 Watts up to 8 GHz, and 5 Watts up to 20 GHz Provides up to 40 dB of gain over 2 to 20 GHz Incorporates the CAP Wireless patented Spatium™... -
Page 10: Controls, Indicators, And Connectors
Introduction Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier 2.3 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors The following pages describe all of the features shown in the Figure 1, Figure 2, and Figure 3 below. Figure 1: GT-1000A Front Panel Figure 2: Front Panel Indicators... -
Page 11: Gt-1000A Front Panel Description
Table 1 describes the parts and functions of items on the front panel. Refer to Figure 1 on the previous page for the location of the items on the front panel. Table 1: GT-1000A Front Panel Controls, Indicators, and Connections GT-1000A Front Panel Controls, Indicators, and Connections... -
Page 12: Gt-1000A Rear Panel Description
This is a seven-digit serial number, and provides a unique identifier for each GT-1000A. Options When options have been included in the GT-1000A, one or more two-digit numbers are listed on this line of the label. For more information about options, see Appendix A on page 19. -
Page 13: Replace The Fuse
Action Use the power switch on the front of the GT-1000A to switch the power OFF. On the rear of the GT-1000A, disconnect the AC line cord. The fuse compartment is located next to the AC line cord socket. Remove the fuse as follows (see Figure below): A) Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to pry open the fuse compartment. -
Page 14: Receiving And Inspection
Operation Manual AC line cord If any of the contents are damaged or missing, contact Giga-tronics immediately. Refer to the Contact Information on the inside of the front cover of this manual. End of procedure Page 8 Operation Manual, Part Number 34672, Rev. -
Page 15: Prepare The Gt-1000A For Use
2.5 Prepare the GT-1000A for Use 2.5.1 Cooling The GT-1000A has an internal cooling fan. The air intake is located on the rear panel of the instrument. When using the GT-1000A, ensure there are no obstructions to the flow of air into the instrument. -
Page 16: Shipping, Repair, And Calibration
925.328.4702 925.328.4702 2. If it is has been determined that you must ship the GT-1000A to the factory or a service center for repair, you will be issued a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. Use the RMA number in all correspondence regarding the repair. -
Page 17: Chapter 3 Operate The Gt-1000A
If desired, adjust the GAIN knob on the front of the GT-1000A (in normal operation, the gain adjust is set at maximum). NOTE: Do not exceed the safe limits of the output power from the GT-1000A into the load. The load should be rated for at least 30 Watts CW. -
Page 18: Operator's Maintenance
Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier 3.2 Operator’s Maintenance The only operator’s maintenance that the GT-1000A requires is regular cleaning of the air exhaust screen and interior of the instrument. Both are important in order to maintain cooling airflow through the GT-1000A. -
Page 19: Chapter 4 Performance Verification
This chapter is divided into two sections: Specifications: this section contains all of the operating specifications that define the performance of the GT-1000A. Performance Verification: this section contains the test procedure that ensures that the GT-1000A meets the specifications. 4.1 Specifications... -
Page 20: Table 10: Gain Flatness
Performance Verification Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier Table 10: Gain Flatness Gain Flatness Frequency Range Specification 2 GHz to 20 GHz +/- 3.0 dB maximum NOTES: Nominal gain is 40 dB. Gain adjustment range is 10 dB minimum. Gain flatness is specified as maximum variation with -5 dBm input and 50 Ohm load. -
Page 21: Table 13: Ac Fuse
Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier Performance Verification Table 13: AC Fuse AC Fuse Operating Voltage Fuse Voltage Rating Current Rating 100 to 120 VAC 10 Amps 250 VAC 200 to 240 VAC 5 Amps The fuse is a Normal-Blow, type-T fuse for both input voltage ranges. -
Page 22: Performance Verification
4.2 Performance Verification This section describes how to test the GT-1000A to verify that it meets Giga-tronics specifications. The overall operation of the GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier is checked using a broadband signal source, power sensor, and a power meter. -
Page 23: Table 15: Gt-1000A Performance Verification Procedure
GT-1000A Performance Verification Procedure Step Action Connect the test equipment to the GT-1000A as shown in Figure 5 on the previous page. Note the following: The high power attenuator should be characterized at the test frequencies noted in the Table 16 on page 18. Use this characterization as an offset in the power measurement. -
Page 24: Table 16: Gt-1000A Performance Verification Datasheet
Performance Verification Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier Table 16: GT-1000A Performance Verification Datasheet GT-1000A Performance Verification Datasheet Frequency Minimum Power Output Measured Power Output (GHz) (dBm) (dBm) 38.5 38.5 38.5 38.5 38.5 38.5 36 (typical) 36 (typical) Measured at +5 dBm input... -
Page 25: Appendixa Options
Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier Appendix A Options Appendix A Options This section describes the options that are available for the GT-1000A. Table 17: GT-1000A Options GT-1000A Options Option Number Description Add internal coupler/detector for ext. ALC and power monitoring... - Page 26 Appendix A: Options Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier Last page of Document Page 20 Operation Manual, Part Number 34672, Rev. C, March 2011...
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