User Manuals: Alpha 8100 HF Linear Amplifier

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Alpha 8100 Operating Manual (56 pages)

HF LINEAR AMPLIFIER

Brand: Alpha | Category: Amplifier | Size: 6 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 Introduction

7
2 Quick Start Information

11
- Overview
  11
- Station Engineering Considerations - Checklist
  11
- Preparation
  11
- Unpacking
  12
- Operation
  12
3 Station Engineering Considerations

13
- Overview
  13
- AC Power Source
  13
- Air Flow
  13
- Antennas
  14
- Coax and Connectors
  15
- RF Safety
  15
4 Unpacking & Preparation

17
- Unpacking
  17
- Installing the Power Transformer
  17
- Install the Power Transformer
  18
- Transformer Installation
  19
- Connecting the Transformer Power Plugs
  20
- Power Cord Connections
  21
- Important Information about Operation from 90-130V AC
  21
- AC Primary Connections
  22
- Complete the Transformer Installation
  25
- RF Grounding
  25
- Replacing the Amplifier Cover
  25
- Blower Preparation
  25
- Amplifier/Station Interconnections
  25
- Coaxial Cable Types & Connectors
  25
- T/R Control Cable
  26
- Alc
  26
5 Theory of Operation

29
- Theory of Operation - Overview
  29
- Tubes
  29
- Output Tank Circuit
  30
- Tube Deck
  30
- Mains Board
  30
- High Voltage Board
  31
- Control Board
  31
- Display Board
  31
- Output Wattmeter Board
  31
- Center Partition Board
  32
6 Operation & Maintenance

33
- Before Operating Your Alpha 8100
  33
- Setting Input Drive
  33
- Dealing with Faults
  33
- High SWR Considerations
  35
- Operating at Less than 1.5 Kw Requires Retuning
  35
- Lightning Protection
  36
- Operating in Bypass Mode
  36
- Never Use Transceiver Automatic Antenna Tuner
  36
- Transceiver Connections
  36
- Initial Setup & Tuning
  37
- Control Functions
  37
- Tune-Up
  38
- Grid Current Information
  38
- Alc
  39
- Turning on the Amplifier
  39
- Tuning the Amplifier
  40
- Normal Use
  43
- Tubes
  43
- Interlocks
  43
- Fuses
  43
- Plate Overcurrent Relay
  44
- Idling Plate Current and Electronic Bias Control (Ebs)
  44
- RF and Mistuning Protection
  44
- Standard Maintenance Tasks
  45
7 Troubleshooting Hints

47
- Normal Troubleshooting
  47
- Troubleshooting Using the Serial Port
  50
8 Glossary

55

Alpha 8100 Product Review (3 pages)

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User Manuals: Alpha 8100 HF Linear Amplifier

Alpha 8100 Operating Manual (56 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Introduction

2 Quick Start Information

3 Station Engineering Considerations

4 Unpacking & Preparation

5 Theory of Operation

6 Operation & Maintenance

7 Troubleshooting Hints

8 Glossary

Alpha 8100 Product Review (3 pages)

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