User's Manual

ALPHA 9500 Interim OPERATING MANUAL

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2 Quick Start Information

2.1 Overview

This section explains in brief the items you need to consider when setting up your Alpha 9500

ampliﬁer.

If you already have a well-designed shack and have used an ampliﬁer before, please review the

items below to make sure you have considered all the critical items for proper installation and

operation.

If you are using an ampliﬁer for the ﬁrst time, please skip this section and go to sections 3, 4, and

5 for a more detailed explanation of how to set up your shack for maximum safety and operating

enjoyment.

If you have installation questions, do not hesitate to contact Customer Support. We much prefer

to address questions prior to power up.

2.2 Station Engineering Considerations - Checklist

Make sure you have properly addressed the following concerns (Section 2.3 below) before

installation of your Alpha 9500 ampliﬁer. If you are unsure of any of these items, please read the

noted sections carefully.

2.3 Preparation

__ 220V AC Power in shack? (Section 3.2)

__ Ampliﬁer placed with proper airﬂow? (Section 3.3)

__ Antenna ready for 1,500W? (Section 3.4)

__ Adequate RF cabling? (Section 3.5)