User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Section 1 Introduction
- 1.1 Purpose of This Manual
- 1.2 General Description
- 1.3 General Specifications
- Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Installation Checkboxes
- 2.3 Transmitter Cabinet Placement
- 2.4 Transmitter AC Connection
- 2.5 Signal and Ground Connections
- 2.6 Interlock Connections
- 2.7 3 Port Patch Panel
- 2.8 Motorized RF Switch Connections
- 2.9 Install PA and PS Modules
- 2.10 Initial Turn-On
- 2.11 Parallel Remote Control Connections
- 2.12 Remote Status Outputs, J15 & J16
- Section 3 Operation/ Adjustments
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Transmitter Control Panel
- 3.3 Graphical User Interface (GUI)
- 3.4 GUI Home Page
- 3.5 Drive Chain Main Menu
- 3.6 Power Amp Main Menu
- 3.7 Output Main Menu
- 3.8 Power Supply Main Menu
- 3.9 System Main Menu
- 3.10 GUI Menu Structures
- Section 4 Theory of Operation
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Block Diagram Descriptions
- 4.3 Transmitter Control System
- 4.4 Transmitter RF System
- 4.5 Power Supplies
- Section 5 Replacement Procedures
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 PA Module Removal
- 5.3 PA Module Pallet Replacement
- 5.4 Power Supply Module Replacement
- 5.5 Circulator Removal/Replacement
- 5.6 Blower Assembly Removal
- Section 6 ISP (In-System Programming)
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Installing the ISP Program
- 6.3 ISP Procedures
- Section 7 Parts List
- 7.1 Parts List Index
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WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On
Ranger ™ Mobile Series
a. Transmitter Outline Drawing - 843-5560-071 - Shows physical connection points
for AC and control conduits and RF output. Also gives cabinet dimensions,
required cabinet clearances and a table of basic requirements for both models.
b. Transmitter Wiring Diagram - 843-5560-001 - Interconnection wiring diagram
for all assemblies inside the transmitter cabinet.
c. AC Flow Diagram - 843-5560-098 - Shows external AC wiring requirements
along with minimum wire and breaker sizing for each model.
d. RF Flow Diagram - 843-5560-097 - Shows external RF connections and possible
layout for patch panel and dummy load.
e. Ranger External I/O Connections - 843-5560-105 - Shows connections to the
External I/O board for an RF patch panel or motorized switch.
The included CD-ROM contains:
1. Transmitter control software files of the same revision as loaded into the
transmitter at the factory
2. ISP (In-System Programming) software application which is used to install
software upgrades into the transmitter controllers.
3. An Acrobat (pdf) version of the transmitter Technical Manual.
2.2 Installation Checkboxes
Located to the left of each important step in the installation procedure is a checkbox like
the one to the left of this paragraph. As each step in the procedure is completed, the box
should be checked. This provides a quick confidence check at the end of the procedure
that no steps were skipped. The primary goal of each step is also in bold letters, with
the rest of the paragraph being support information toward that goal.
NOTE:
In case of discrepancy between the connections listed in the schematics versus
the information given in this installation section, the wiring information in the
schematics should be considered the most accurate. All connections listed in this
section should be verified with the schematics before initial turn on.
2.3 Transmitter Cabinet Placement
The transmitter cabinet should be placed where it will have approximately 3 feet of
clearance on each side and in the back. The front of the transmitter should have a
clearance of at least 5 feet to allow for access to the PA and power supply modules. The