888-2721-001 Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System T.M. No.
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Technical Assistance Technical and troubleshooting assistance for HARRIS Transmission products is available from HARRIS Field Service (factory location: Quincy, Illinois, USA) during normal business hours (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Central Time). Telephone +1-217-222-8200 to contact the Field Service Department; FAX +1-217-221-7086; or E-mail questions to tsupport@harris.com. Emergency service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, by telephone only.
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Manual Revision History Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System Manual REV. DATE 2010 OCT 10/6/10 ECN Pages Affected / Description Create manual. 888-2721-001 MRH-1 WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
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Guide to Using Harris Parts List Information The Harris Replaceable Parts List Index portrays a tree structure with the major items being leftmost in the index. The example below shows the Transmitter as the highest item in the tree structure. If you were to look at the bill of materials table for the Transmitter you would find the Control Cabinet, the PA Cabinet, and the Output Cabinet.
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! WARNING: THE CURRENTS AND VOLTAGES IN THIS EQUIPMENT ARE DANGEROUS. PERSONNEL MUST AT ALL TIMES OBSERVE SAFETY WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND REGULATIONS. This manual is intended as a general guide for trained and qualified personnel who are aware of the dangers inherent in handling potentially hazardous electrical/electronic circuits. It is not intended to contain a complete statement of all safety precautions which should be observed by personnel in using this or other electronic equipment.
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FIRST-AID Personnel engaged in the installation, operation, maintenance or servicing of this equipment are urged to become familiar with first-aid theory and practices. The following information is not intended to be complete first-aid procedures, it is a brief and is only to be used as a reference. It is the duty of all personnel using the equipment to be prepared to give adequate Emergency First Aid and there by prevent avoidable loss of life. Treatment of Electrical Burns 1.
Glossary: ASI - Asynchronous serial interface BPF- Band pass filter. May also be called a mask filter, or critical mask filer. CAN - Controller–area network (CAN or CAN-bus) is a vehicle bus standard designed to allow microcontrollers and devices to communicate with each other DAC - digital analog converter FPGA - Field programmable gate array GUI - graphical user interface Hot-pluggable - device can be removed while transmitter is operating.
Glossary Continued: SFN - Single frequency network SMA - SMA connector consists of a 0.250x36 thread. The male is equipped with a .312 inch (7.925mm) hex nut TCU - Transmitter control unit. UDC - Up-down converter UPS - Uninterruptable power supply VGA - Video graphics array WEB - A system of Internet servers that support HTML formatted documents. 10/6/10 888-2721-001 WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
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Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction Purpose of This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System Block Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Environmental and Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 1 Introduction 1.1 1 Purpose of This Manual This User manual describes the UAX Indoor System utilizing the UAX Maxiva transmitter. The contents of this manual address the location of system components, installaton requirements, initial turn-on steps, and overall system operation.
Section 1 Introduction Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Transmitter AC Distribution Panel Sat. Receiver & IRD Router LPU B TCU LPU A Power Amplifier Blocks PAB 1-4 2 kW Mask Filter UPS Figure 1-1 UAX 2 kW Indoor System - Front 1-2 888-2721-001 WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual 1.2 Section 1 Introduction General Description This section contains equipment/hardware location information for the UAX Indoor System. Included in this section will be photos of the various components, physical location, interconnection, block diagram and system specifications. The UAX Indoor System is a self contained transmission system designed to be installed indoors.
Section 1 Introduction Post Filter Directional Coupler Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual PDU 1-5/8" RF Out to Antenna Pre-Filter Directional Coupler Figure 1-2 UAX Indoor Cabinet Rear View (door open) 1-4 888-2721-001 WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 1 Introduction PDU LPU B LPU Load TCU LPU A LPU Switch Combiner Splitter Reject Loads Combiner Final Reject Load Final RF Combiner Filter Output Filter UPS Figure 1-3 UAX Indoor Cabinet Rear View (without door) 10/6/10 888-2721-001 WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 1 Introduction Figure 1-4 shows the transmitter RF 1-5/8" flanged output connector. RF Output Customer I/O Panel Parallel Remote and Interlock Connections Figure 1-4 RF Output Figure 1-4 also shows the customer interface panel mounted in the back of the transmitter cabinet. Refer to the UAX transmitter manual 888-2693-004 section 2.7 for detailed information 1-6 888-2721-001 WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual 1.3 Section 1 Introduction System Block Diagrams Figure 1-5 is a simplified block diagram of the UAX indoor system RF transmission path. PA Block IRD (A) RF Switch I/O IRD (B) RF Out PA Block LPU Filter PA Block LPU TCU PA Block Figure 1-5 RF Transmission Path Figure 1-6 is a simplified block diagram of the communications path.
Section 1 Introduction 1.4 Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual System Specifications The following specifications refer to a typical 2kW outdoor enclosure system. Specifications are subject to change and may vary depending on system configuration. 1.4.1 Environmental and Physical Operating Temperature (ambient): 0oC. to 40oC Storage Temperature (ambient): -40oC to 70oC Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing. Altitude: Maximum 4,000 meters. Derate 2 degrees C. per 300m AMSL.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 1 Introduction Figure 1-7 Component Barcode Identification 10/6/10 888-2721-001 WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
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Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On 2.1 2 Introduction This section includes the information necessary for installation and initial turn on of an UAX Indoor System. 2.2 Documentation Following is a partial list of documentation that ships with the system. Find and save all documentation.
Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On 2.2.1 Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual UAX Indoor System Drawings It is recommended that you look through the documentation package to familiarize yourself with the information available. The installation and planning information is given in the following drawings: Wiring Diagram AC Distribution - 843-5602-104 (in drawing package 943-5276170) shows 208-240VAC wiring and has information on system current requirements.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On Select a cabinet location that allows adequate room in front and rear of transmitter to allow for removal of PA modules, opening of doors etc. The four (4) Lifting Eye bolts screw into the top of the transmitter cabinet. One in each corner. See Figure 2-2. Figure 2-2 Lifting Eye Bolt On Top of Transmitter Cabinet 10/6/10 STEP 1 Install the lifting eyes. Be sure each lifting eye bolt is screwed all the way in.
Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On 2.4 Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Installation of Components Removed for Shipment Selected components have been removed for shipment following factory assembly and test. These components have been packed separately and should be unpacked as needed for reassembly. These items must be stored in a safe, climate controlled, dry location until needed for reassembly. Save all packing material until after commissioning to facilitate returns if needed.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On Figure 2-3 LPU & PAB Numbering Front View PA modules in the PAB’s are installed in two orientations. The upper modules are installed with the cooling fins up. The lower PAB modules are installed with the cooling fins down. Fully seat each module by pressing firmly against the outside front edges on the handles. Do not press (or pull) on the center of the handle as it may deform.
Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On ! Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual CAUTION: CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO PROPERLY CONNECT THESE CABLES IN THEIR PROPER LOCATION ON THE FORWARD OR REVERSE PORTS OF THE COUPLER. FAILURE TO HOOK THEM UP PROPERLY WILL RESULT IN POOR PERFORMANCE OR FAILURE. 2-6 STEP 6 Check the network router and cable connections for security.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual 2.5 Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On AC/Ground connections There are two AC power connections needed for the UAX Indoor System. 208-240VAC is required and connected inside the AC access panel shown in Figure 2-4. See the AC wiring diagram843-5602-148 in the UAX drawing package 943-5276-170.
Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On 2.6 Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual AC Distribution Panel ! CAUTION: ALL CONNECTIONS LISTED IN THIS SECTION SHOULD BE VERIFIED WITH THE SCHEMATICS BEFORE INITIAL TURN ON. ! CAUTION: THE USE OF A SYSTEM SURGE SUPPRESSOR IS RECOMMENDED. THE SYSTEM SURGE SUPPRESSOR WILL BE PROVIDED BY THE CUSTOMER. Figure 2-6 Transmitter AC Distribution Panel Figure 2-6 shows the AC distribution panel. LPU, TCU and PAB power can be controlled from this panel.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual 2.7 Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On Transmitter RF output connection STEP 1 Verify the quality of the RF load or antenna. STEP 2 Install the RF output connection to the transmitter. STEP 3 Tighten the clamp fittings on the RF coaxial line connections. The RF output uses an unflanged "1 5/8" RF connector. The RF output is located on the top of the transmitter at the rear cabinet. Refer to Figure 2-7.
Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On 2.8 Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Signal Connections Interlock Figure 2-8 Customer I/O Panel on Top of Transmitter Figure 2-8 shows the Exciter connections on the Customer I/O panel. Depending on the system model, the UAX system may or may not include two LPU’s (exciters). Refer to the UAX transmitter manual for connection details. 2-10 888-2721-001 WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual 2.9 Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On Customer Remote Control & Interlock Connections Figure 2-9 Customer Remote Control & Interlock Connections The circuit board mounted on the left side of the Customer I/O panel (Figure 2-9), is used for remote control connection to the transmitter. J4 is an Interlock connector that can be used to add peripheral devices such as an antenna switch into the transmitter interlock system.
Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual 2.10 Initial Turn-On Read and understand the entire initial turn-on procedure before starting. Descriptions and operational instructions for TCU and LPU GUI screens is given in Section 3 "Operation" in the UAX Transmitter manual. STEP 1 ! Make sure the output RF line is connected properly. If connecting to a load, verify the load connections are proper and that load conditions are met.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On NOTE: Make sure the transmission data stream is being fed into the exciter. If not, the transmitter will stay in a Mute condition and will not produce RF. STEP 10 Some individual pieces of equipment (non-supplied equipment computer, satellite receivers etc.) may require turning individual power switches on. Check the owner’s manual for each piece for turn-on procedure.
Section 2 Installation / Initial Turn-On Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual NOTE: The UAX transmitter cabinet door contains an integrated handel and key lock. See Figure Figure 2-11. Two keys ship with the transmitter and are hanging inside the cabinet. The handle can be lifted upward and then twisted CCW to open the rear door. Figure 2-11 Enclosure Door Lock 2-14 888-2721-001 WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 3 Operation & Maintenance 3.1 3 Introduction This section provides operational information for the UAX Transmitter Indoor System NOTE: Operation of the UAX Transmitter and the LPU (low power unit) is covered in a separate manual which ships with the system. 3.2 Transmitter Control Unit (TCU) The TCU front panel user interface utilizes a 1/4 VGA, LCD touchscreen display. See Figure 3-1.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 3 Operation & Maintenance Figure 3-1 Transmitter TCU Screen Figure 3-2 Transmitter Control Panel 3-2 888-2721-001 WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual 3.2.1 Section 3 Operation & Maintenance Control Buttons overview: • TRANSMITTER "ON" and "OFF" (the main transmitter on/off buttons, also used as a reset button for latching faults) • • POWER "Raise" and "Lower" (to raise or lower transmitter output power) • • DRIVE "A" and "B" (To choose Drive Chain A or Drive Chain B) • REMOTE "Enable" and "Disable" (To block all remote control operations of the transmitter).
Maxiva UAX Transmitter Indoor System User Manual Section 3 Operation & Maintenance Console Port Power On/Off Figure 3-3 Router Front View 3.3 Maintenance This section contains the maintenance procedures for the UAX Transmitter Indoor System. Always refer to the manufacturer’s manual of the individual components for specific maintenance procedures. The indoor system requires very little maintenance. The filters in the front of the PABs and LPUs should be checked and cleaned periodically.
