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- Page 1 TRICOM RESEARCH, INC. OPERATOR'S MANUAL AM-SAT-50 DAMA CERTIFIED UHF SATCOM REMOTE BI-DIRECTIONAL AMPLIFIER 17981 Sky Park Circle, Suite M Irvine, CA 92614 www.tricomresearch.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
AM-SAT-50 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 90400-01078_B TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION General Information..................1-1 Abbreviations and Glossary ................1-2 Equipment Description ..................1-3 Features ......................1-3 AM-SAT-50 System ..................1-4 1.5.1 Bias Tee......................1-4 1.5.2 Amplifier......................1-4 1.5.3 Power Cable ....................1-4 Specifications ....................1-6 OPERATION General Information..................2-1 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors.............2-1 Operational Procedures ..................2-2... - Page 3 LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1-1 AM-SAT-50 System Components ............1-1 Figure 1-2 AM-SAT-50 Functional Block Diagram ..........1-5 Figure 2-1 AM-SAT-50 Front Panel Controls, Indicators, and Connectors...2-1 Figure 3-1 AM-SAT-50 Coax Cable Length Guide…..........3-2 Figure 3-2 AM-SAT-50 Power Cable Wiring Diagram..........3-3 Figure 3-3 Amplifier Mounting Dimensions…………..........3-4...
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Page 4: Introduction
DAMA and non-DAMA 5 KHz and 25 KHz channels. The AM-SAT-50 has been DAMA Certified with several UHF SATCOM terminals. For a listing of the current certifications please see the Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) website. -
Page 5: Abbreviations And Glossary
AM-SAT-50 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 90400-01078_B ABBREVIATIONS AND GLOSSARY Automatic gain control Automatic level control Amplitude modulation Antenna Bits per second Cipher text Continuous wave COMSEC Communications security Decibel Decibel referenced to 1 milliwatt (0 dBm = 1 mW) Frequency modulation Hertz... -
Page 6: Equipment Description
AM-SAT-50 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 90400-01078_B EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION The DAMA Certified AM-SAT-50 Remote Bi-Directional Amplifier System is used to provide transmit and receive amplification and cosite filtering for UHF SATCOM communications. It is suitable for vehicular, airborne, or fixed-station applications and is compatible with all UHF SATCOM radios. -
Page 7: Am-Sat-50 System
1.5.3 Power Cable A five-conductor cable connects the AM-SAT-50 with a DC power source. A wiring diagram for the cable is shown in Section 3 of this manual. The power cable may be attached to... -
Page 8: Figure 1-2 Am-Sat-50 Functional Block Diagram
AM-SAT-50 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 90400-01078_B Figure 1-2. AM-SAT-50 Functional Block Diagram... -
Page 9: Specifications
1.6 Specifications The operating parameters, physical characteristics, and environmental specifications are shown in the following tables. Please review the latest data sheet or contact the factory for additional specifications. Table 1-1. AM-SAT-50 Operating Parameters TRANSMIT SECTION Frequency Range 292-318 MHz... -
Page 10: Table 1-2 Am-Sat-50 Interconnect Characteristics
AM-SAT-50 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 90400-01078_B Table 1-2. AM-SAT-50 Interconnect Characteristics Connection Signal/Pin Connector Function BIAS TEE RF to Radio RF to/from Radio N female RF to Amplifier RF to/from Amplifier N female +28 VDC DC Power in MS3102E14S-5P AMPLIFIER Bias Tee... -
Page 11: Operation
Controls, Indicators, and Connectors The AM-SAT-50 does not require user interaction once installed, inspected, and powered on. However, there are several helpful status indicators on the Amplifier's front panel. -
Page 12: Operational Procedures
Sensed a high temperature condition Operational Procedures 2.3.1 General Information The AM-SAT-50 can be used for operation once it has been installed as described in Section 3. 2.3.2 Equipment Set-up Refer to Paragraph 2.2 for the locations and functional description of the controls and indicators. -
Page 13: Operating Procedures
2.3.3 Operating Procedures 2.3.3.1 Normal Operation In normal operation, the AM-SAT-50 provides receive gain and transmit power amplification for radios operating in the UHF SATCOM band. NOTE: Operating outside of the UHF SATCOM frequency bands will not harm the system, however, the equipment may not appear to be operating correctly and proper communications will not be established. -
Page 14: Improper Operation
If the communications system seems to be operating improperly, check to make sure that the equipment is configured in accordance with Section 3. If the problem persists follow the instructions below. Table 2-2. AM-SAT-50 System Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SUGGESTED FIX... -
Page 15: Installation
AM-SAT-50 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 90400-01078_B INSTALLATION General Information This section contains information necessary for preparing the AM-SAT-50 for use. Included are cable interconnections, wiring diagrams, and mounting dimensions for the Bias Tee and Amplifier. Preparation for Use After unpacking the system and inspecting for physical damage, select an appropriate location for the Bias Tee and Amplifier. - Page 16 AM-SAT-50 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 90400-01078_B Figure 3-1. Coax Cable Length Guide...
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Page 17: Wiring Diagrams
Conductors are 16 AWG and are covered with a mesh nylon jacket. The power supply ends are terminated with 5/16” ring terminals. The cable is approximately four feet long. Figure 3-2. AM-SAT-50 Power Cable Wiring Diagram TO 24-32 VDC RING TERMINALS MS3106E14S‐5S ... -
Page 18: Mounting Provisions
AM-SAT-50 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 90400-01078_B Mounting Provisions Figures 3-3 and 3-4 provide the mounting hole locations for the AM-SAT-50. Figure 3-3. Amplifier Mounting Dimensions... -
Page 19: Figure 3-4 Bias Tee Mounting Dimensions
AM-SAT-50 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 90400-01078_B Figure 3-4. Bias Tee Mounting Dimensions... - Page 20 AM-SAT-50 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 90400-01078_B...
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