: INSTALLATION MANUAL VX150 TO VX2 FM BROADCAST TRANSMITTER Document ID: Version: Issue Date: Status: Making Digital Radio Work NHB-VX150-VX2-INS 0.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Contact Information Nautel Limited 10089 Peggy’s Cove Road Hackett’s Cove, NS Canada B3Z 3J4 Toll Free: +1.877.6NAUTEL (662.8835) (Canada & USA only) or Phone: +1.902.823.3900 or Fax: +1.902.823.3183 Nautel Inc. 201 Target Industrial Circle Bangor, Maine USA 04401 Phone: +1.207.947.8200 Fax: +1.207.947.3693 Customer Service (24-hour support) +1.877.628.8353 (Canada & USA only) +1.902.823.5100 (International) Email: Web: support@nautel.com www.nautel.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS Contact Information 1.iii RELEASE CONTROL RECORD 1.vii About This Manual 1.xi Technical Support 1.xi VX Series Transmitter Manuals 1.xi Nautel Website / Online Resources 1.xii About Safety 1.xv Electrical Hazards 1.xv Lightning Hazards 1.xvi RF Hazards 1.xvi Toxic Hazards 1.xvi Other Hazards 1.xvi Safety Precautions 1.xvii Personal Safety 1.xvii Site Safety 1.xviii Equipment Safety Description 1.xx 1.1.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Physical Requirements TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.3.1 Dimensions 1.3.1 Clearances 1.3.2 Weight 1.3.2 Cooling requirements 1.4.1 Air Flow in the Transmitter 1.4.1 Cooling 1.4.2 Heating 1.4.2 Electrical Requirements 1.5.1 Electrical Power 1.5.1 Station Reference Ground 1.5.3 RF Output Requirements 1.6.1 Antenna Feed Cable 1.6.1 Antenna System 1.6.1 Program Inputs 1.7.1 Analog Inputs 1.7.1 Digital Inputs 1.7.2 Other Features 1.7.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL External Interlock Unboxing and Installing the Transmitter TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.8.9 1.9.1 Unboxing the Transmitter 1.9.1 Mounting the Transmitter 1.9.2 Completing External Connections 1.10.1 Connecting Ac Power 1.10.2 Connecting Station Reference Ground 1.10.3 Installing and Connecting the RF Feed Cable 1.10.4 Connecting Program Inputs 1.10.6 Connecting Remote Control/Monitor Wiring 1.10.7 Commissioning 1.11.1 Pre-Commissioning Tasks 1.11.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Pre-Installation / Installation Assistance TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.13.1 Pre-Installation Consulting 1.13.1 Installation and Commissioning Service 1.13.1 Online Documentation 1.13.2 On-Site Support 1.13.3 Training 1.13.3 Standard Warranty 1.13.4 Extended Warranties 1.13.7 List of terms PAGE 1.VIII 1.14.1 VERSION 0.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL RELEASE CONTROL RECORD ISSUE DATE REASON 0.1 2020-09-01 Preliminary release for VX150 to VX2 models. Supports hardware versions: VX150, VX300, VX600 (NARF81) VX1 (NARF79) VX1.5. VX2 (NARF80) Supports software version VX SW 1.0 and later. 0.2 2020-12-01 Implemented Engineering review comments, various sections 0.3 2021-01-14 Added Table 1.1.1 for Transmitter Configuration VERSION 0.
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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL About This Manual Technical Support Nautel offers technical support to customers over the Internet and by telephone. Nautel’s customer support team will answer your questions and work with you to identify and resolve problems. For 24-hour technical support, call toll free at 1.877.628.8353 (in USA and Canada only) or call 1.902.823.5100 (international) or find us on the Internet at http://www.nautel.com. For parts and tools information, see “Parts and Tools” on page 2.10.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Nautel Website / Online Resources The Nautel website provides useful resources to keep you up to date on your VX series transmitter. Frequently asked questions (FAQ), How To Videos, latest software versions are just a few of the many resources available. Nautel User Group (NUG) The Nautel Support website allows access to product manuals and the RF Toolkit when you create a free NUG account (see Figure below). Figure 1: Accessing the NUG support.nautel.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Online Documentation The Technical Documentation section Of the Nautel Support website provides online access to all the documentation for your VX series transmitter. Documentation is provided in Acrobat (PDF) format. You can use the documentation online or print the sections that you need. When using online documents: Click on blue text (hyperlinks) to jump to a related section, or to get additional information (e.g., view a term’s definition).
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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL About Safety All Nautel transmitters are designed to meet the requirements of EN60215, Safety Requirements for Radio Transmitters. The philosophy of EN60215 is that the removal of any cover or panel that can only be opened using a tool is a maintenance activity, and that any person performing a maintenance activity is expected to be trained for that activity.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Lightning Hazards Before opening the transmitter and touching internal parts, remove and solidly ground the antenna connection. WARNING: It is not enough to ground the antenna terminal with the antenna still connected. Even a small impedance in the ground strap will result in lethal voltages during a lightning strike. RF Hazards A serious RF hazard and very high voltages exist in the vicinity of the antenna and its networks during normal operations.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Safety Precautions This section provides very important information about protecting the safety of personnel and equipment: Personal Safety - see page xvii Site Safety - see page xviii Equipment Safety - see page xx Personal Safety Training The training of any personnel who will have physical access to the site or the transmitter is very important.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Voltage Awareness Ensure that all personnel that are able to access areas with high voltage circuits or high field strengths are aware of the hazards associated with high voltage.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Qualifying Site Personnel Make sure that personnel who have access to the site are qualified to work around electronics and high voltage systems. Ac Power Protection You should take steps to protect equipment from surges (over-voltage spikes) on the ac power lines. Surges may occur during thunderstorms, or because of malfunctions in the electrical distribution grid.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Ac Disconnect Switch Safe operation of the transmitter requires an ac disconnect switch. Lock the ac disconnect switch in the disconnected (open) position during the installation process. Equipment Safety Electrostatic Protection The transmitter’s systems are very rugged and resistant to damage. However, it is possible for damage to occur because of high voltage electrostatic discharges during servicing.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL Earthquake Protection If the transmitter site is in a region that experiences any noticeable earthquake activity, take steps to prevent the transmitter from shifting or rocking during an earthquake. Even during minor earthquakes, rocking or movement of the transmitter is likely to damage the feedline connection, and could even cause a catastrophic failure of the ac power feed into the transmitter.
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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL DESCRIPTION SECTION 1.1: DESCRIPTION This section provides a basic description of the VX150 to VX2 transmitters and includes the following topics: Capabilities Transmitter Configuration - see page 1.1.2 Options - see page 1.1.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL DESCRIPTION Ac Power The VX series transmitter can operate from a nominal 50/60 Hz (between 47 and 63 Hz), single-phase ac power source at voltages between 90 and 265 V ac (VX150, VX300 and VX600) or between 185 and 265 V ac (VX1, VX1.5 and VX2). The VX1, VX1.5 and VX2 models can operate at reduced power at lower ac voltages (between 90 and 185 V ac). For detailed electrical requirements (e.g., input power, maximum line current, etc.), refer to Table 1.5.1 in Section 1.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL DESCRIPTION Options There are options available, that can be factory installed prior to equipment delivery (contact your Sales representative for more details) or easily field-installed by the user. Audio Processor The VX series transmitter can be upgraded with an internal audio processor, available from Nautel, which is mounted on pillars on top of the power supply.
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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION TASKS SECTION 1.2: PRE-INSTALLATION TASKS This section provides a list of tasks that you must perform prior to delivery and installation of the VX series transmitter. WARNING! FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH RECOMMENDATIONS MAY VOID YOUR MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY. FOR MORE INFORMATION, REVIEW YOUR WARRANTY DOCUMENTS. Preparing for Installation To prepare for installation of an VX series transmitter, perform the following tasks: 1.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION TASKS 6. Place a work area with a clear table surface near the transmitter. Provide electrostatic protection measures in the work area. 7. Order any accessories or optional equipment that you may need. Typical requirements include: Tools - screwdrivers, nut drivers, soldering iron, etc. (see Section 1.12, “Parts and Tools” on page 1.12.1 for further details). Test equipment - oscilloscope and digital multimeter.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION 1.3: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This section provides physical specifications for the VX series transmitter and its components, and lists physical site requirements. This section includes the following topics: Dimensions Clearances - see page 1.3.2 Weight - see page 1.3.2 Dimensions The VX150 to VX2 transmitter has the following overall dimensions. See Figure 1.3.1. Height: 2 RU or 3.5 in (8.9 cm) Width: Standard 19 in (48.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Clearances Provide a minimum clearance of 61 cm (2 ft.) at the front, back and right-hand side of the VX150 to VX2 transmitter to allow for air flow (intake in the front, exhaust in the rear) and for physical access to the front and rear panels for installation and maintenance. Check the clearance around the host cabinet to ensure that you will be able to open all doors and access panels.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COOLING REQUIREMENTS SECTION 1.4: COOLING REQUIREMENTS This section provides information about heating and cooling requirements for the VX series transmitter site. Topics in this section include: Air Flow in the Transmitter Cooling - see page 1.4.2 Heating - see page 1.4.2 Air Flow in the Transmitter See Figure 1.4.1. The VX transmitter draws cool (intake) air through air filters in the front of the transmitter.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COOLING REQUIREMENTS Cooling Do not allow the transmitter room ambient air temperature to exceed 50°C (122°F) at sea level. Cooler temperatures are recommended in order to improve the reliability of the transmitter. The transmitter contains protection circuits that monitor the intake temperature and may inhibit or reduce the RF output power if the temperature exceeds the acceptable limit.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION 1.5: ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS This section describes electrical power and electrical protection requirements associated with the VX series transmitter. This section includes the following topics: Electrical Power Station Reference Ground - see page 1.5.3 CAUTION! Technical pre-commissioning activities described in this section require technical decisions and the customization of electrical circuits.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Power Consumption and Typical Line Currents The input power requirement for the VX transmitter is shown in Table 1.5.1 (for analog mode). Use Table 1.5.1 to determine the maximum line current and maximum inrush current values for a given ac supply voltage. Nautel recommends the ac power source have a 25% over-capacity to ensure adequate regulation. Table 1.5.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Ac Transient Power Protection Protect all conductors from the ac power source by connecting bi-directional surge protection devices between each conductor and the station reference ground. Install a ferrite toroid on the ac feed between the transmitter and the bi-directional surge protector. Pass all the conductors and ground, as a group, a minimum of two turns, through a ferrite toroid.
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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL RF OUTPUT REQUIREMENTS SECTION 1.6: RF OUTPUT REQUIREMENTS This section describes requirements associated with the antenna and RF cabling to be used with the VX series transmitter. Antenna considerations include the following: Antenna Feed Cable Antenna System For detailed information about protecting the antenna system from lightning strikes, see Nautel’s Recommendations for Transmitter Site Preparation Manual.
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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PROGRAM INPUTS SECTION 1.7: PROGRAM INPUTS The VX series transmitter accepts a variety of analog and digital program inputs. This section describes the requirements associated with the audio feeds to the transmitter. All connections are made at the rear of the transmitter (see Figure 1.7.1: on page 1.7.5). Where D-sub connectors are used as the interface, Nautel provides associated mating connectors in the ancillary parts kit to facilitate customer connections.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PROGRAM INPUTS NOTE: Transmitters are factory set to provide 100% modulation (± 75 kHz) with an analog L/R input level of precisely 1.24 V rms (+4.7 dBu). MPX/SCA Inputs NOTE: Transmitters are factory set to provide 10% modulation (± 7.5 kHz) with an SCA input level of precisely 1.0 V rms (2.8 V pk-pk). If the main program source is MPX input, meters for MPX SCA will display “N/A”.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PROGRAM INPUTS Pilot/MPX Sample Each VX series transmitter exciter provides either a 19 kHz pilot sample (500 mV pk-pk) on the 19 kHz OUT female BNC connector. The output is selectable through the local (or remote) AUI or the controller UI. External Audio Playlist via USB IMPORTANT! The transmitter’s USB ports are not designed to act as charging ports.
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VX150 to VX2 Installation Manual RDS SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE PROGRAM INPUTS LAN/USB INTERFACE RF SAMPLE IN Connect a Cat-5e to serial adapter to allow RS-232 control. Not used for VX150 to VX2 Allows web-based AUI control. See Section 1.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL CONTROL AND MONITOR WIRING SECTION 1.8: CONTROL AND MONITOR WIRING This section describes the types of control and monitoring for the VX150 to VX2 transmitter. All connections are made to the rear panel of the transmitter (see Figure 1.7.1: on page 1.7.5). Consider the following information and plan for the necessary requirements (wiring, remote switches/ indicators, LAN, etc.): Front Panel UI Control Remote Inputs - see page 1.8.2 Remote Outputs - see page 1.8.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL CONTROL AND MONITOR WIRING Remote Inputs You can connect up to seven (7) remote inputs to the REMOTE I/O-A, 9-pin female D-sub connector on the rear panel of the transmitter (see Figure 1.7.1: on page 1.7.5), which allow you to remotely control various operational characteristics of the transmitter. Each input is mapped to a control that is preset at Nautel, that is not user-configurable. See Table 1.8.1 on page 1.8.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL CONTROL AND MONITOR WIRING Table 1.8.1: Factory Defined (Default) Remote Inputs REMOTE INPUT # INPUT (CHANNEL) FUNCTION PIN OF REMOTE I/O-A 1 RF On Same as pressing the RF On button. Tells the transmitter to provide RF power if possible. 7 2 RF Off Same as pressing the RF Off button. Tells the transmitter to disable RF power. 8 5 Preset 1 Select Selects preset 1 as active. 15 7 Preset 2 Select Selects preset 2 as active.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL CONTROL AND MONITOR WIRING Remote Outputs Six (6) remote outputs, that indicate either the presence of various alarms or the status of operator controlled circuits, are available for remote monitoring on the REMOTE I/O-B 9-pin male D-sub connector on the rear panel of the transmitter (see Figure 1.7.1: on page 1.7.5). The sources and active logic levels of these remote outputs are preset at Nautel. See Table 1.8.2 on page 1.8.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL CONTROL AND MONITOR WIRING Table 1.8.2: Factory Defined Remote Outputs REMOTE OUTPUT # DEFAULT OUTPUT (CHANNEL) FUNCTION PIN OF REMOTE I/O-B 1 RF On Status Indicates the on/off status of the transmitter’s RF power stage. By default, the output is low (current-sink-to -ground) when RF is on (enabled) and high (open collector) when RF is off (disabled). Alternate control setting: ‘Output Low When RF Off’.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL CONTROL AND MONITOR WIRING Analog Outputs The transmitter provides two sample signals that let you monitor performance. The sources of these analog outputs are pre-defined and are not user-configurable. See Table 1.8.3 for a list of these outputs, their descriptions and their associated output terminals on the REMOTE I/O-B 25-pin female D-sub connector on the rear panel of the transmitter (see Figure 1.7.1: on page 1.7.5).
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL CONTROL AND MONITOR WIRING Web Based AUI Control An Ethernet port is available on the LAN connector on the rear panel of the transmitter (see Figure 1.7.1: on page 1.7.5). This port allows a user with proper authentication to remotely control and interrogate the VX series transmitter’s operational status. Most of the functionality is available on the remote AUI and front panel UI, provided the user has been granted proper authorization.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL CONTROL AND MONITOR WIRING SNMP Control/Monitoring SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a request-response protocol where the client and agent communicate using binary packets. For Nautel transmitters, SNMP is used to communicate transmitter control commands (e.g., RF on/off, active preset, power adjustments, etc.) as well as monitor data such as alarm states and meter values.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL CONTROL AND MONITOR WIRING Email Server The transmitter’s remote AUI allows you to configure an email notification feature, which can initiate emails to specified users when specific alarm or status conditions occur (refer to the VX Operations and Maintenance Manual for details). The VX series transmitter supports email servers that are both unsecure and secure; requiring authentication (user name/password) as well as encryption.
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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL UNBOXING AND INSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER SECTION 1.9: UNBOXING AND INSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER Unboxing the Transmitter Before installing your VX150 to VX2 transmitter, perform the following steps: 1. Ensure that you have read and understood the planning requirements described in the previous sections of this manual. 2. Inspect the shipping box for damage. Report any damage immediately to your Nautel sales representative and the carrier. 3. Unpack the box.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL UNBOXING AND INSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER Mounting the Transmitter To mount the VX150 to VX2 transmitter in a cabinet, refer to the following installation aids provided with the VX transmitter: • Unpacking/Installation Video (located on the USB device that also contains the technical documentation suite): step-by-step video that shows how to unpack your VX transmitter and properly mount it in a cabinet.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMPLETING EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS SECTION 1.10: COMPLETING EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS This section provides instructions to complete the user-provided connections to the rear panel of the VX150 to VX2 transmitter (see Figure Figure 1.7.1: on page 1.7.5), that were described in previous sections, including: Connecting Ac Power - see page 1.10.2 Connecting Station Reference Ground - see page 1.10.3 Installing and Connecting the RF Feed Cable - see page 1.10.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMPLETING EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS Connecting Ac Power To connect ac power to the transmitter, perform the following steps: WARNING! ENSURE THAT WIRING SIZES ARE APPROPRIATE. AC WIRING MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED, LOCALLY-CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN. DANGER! ENSURE AC POWER IS DISCONNECTED AND LOCKED OUT AT THE SOURCE BEFORE PROCEEDING. 1. Make sure you have completed the planning requirements described in Section 1.5, “Electrical Requirements” on page 1.5.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMPLETING EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS Connecting Station Reference Ground To connect to the station reference ground, perform the following steps: 1. Make sure you have completed the planning requirements described in “Station Reference Ground” on page 1.5.3 before proceeding. 2. Locate the safety ground stud for the transmitter on the rear panel (see VX150 to VX2 - Rear Panel Connections - see page 1.7.5). 3.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMPLETING EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS Installing and Connecting the RF Feed Cable Prepare and install an RF feed coaxial cable as follows: WARNING! ENSURE THAT AC POWER IS NOT BEING APPLIED TO THE TRANSMITTER DURING THIS PROCEDURE. NOTE: Nautel recommends that you perform the commissioning procedure in Section 1.11, “Commissioning”, which connects the transmitter to a dummy load, before connecting the transmitter to its antenna system.
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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMPLETING EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS Connecting Program Inputs 1. Make sure you have completed the planning requirements described in Section 1.7, “Program Inputs” on page 1.7.1 before proceeding. 2. Route the desired analog and digital program input cables to the back of the of the transmitter. 3. Obtain two ferrite toroids (Nautel Part # LXP38, 19 mm inner diameter) from the Ancillary kit. 4. Pass all program input cables through the ferrite toroids obtained in Step 3.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMPLETING EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS Connecting Remote Control/Monitor Wiring 1. Make sure you have completed the planning requirements described in Section 1.8, “Control and Monitor Wiring” on page 1.8.1 before proceeding. 2. Route all remote control/monitor cables to the rear panel of the transmitter. 3. Obtain two ferrite toroids (Nautel Part # LXP38, 19 mm inner diameter) from the Ancillary kit. 4.
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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMMISSIONING SECTION 1.11: COMMISSIONING WARNING! Before applying ac power and turning on the transmitter, you must customize some circuits to the station's power source and operating requirements. Do not perform this pre-commissioning unless you are a station engineer or a competent electronics technician. The transmitter contains solid-state devices that may be damaged if subjected to excessive heat or high-voltage transients.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMMISSIONING Pre-Commissioning Tasks 1. Terminate the transmitter's RF output into a precision, 50 , resistive dummy load that is adequately rated for the maximum expected total power output. 2. Verify all program inputs are connected to the back of transmitter. WARNING! If a jumper is placed between the INTLK inputs on the rear panel of the transmitter, safety features controlled by the external interlocks will be disabled.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMMISSIONING Commissioning NOTE: The following procedures require the use of the transmitter’s advanced user interface (AUI). If you require assistance to navigate the AUI, refer to the VX Operations & Maintenance Manual for more information. Turning on the Transmitter 1. Switch on the ac power at the service entrance to turn on the transmitter. Confirm the ac voltage, noting the CSA label on the back of the transmitter. 2.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMMISSIONING Going On-Air WARNING! If a jumper is placed between the INTLK inputs on the rear panel of the transmitter, safety features controlled by the external interlocks will be disabled. A fail-safe method of alerting personnel to this fact should be implemented. Voltages which are dangerous to life will be present on the RF output stages and the antenna system if the transmitter is turned on.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMMISSIONING Network Setup CAUTION! When connecting to a Nautel transmitter, we support both HTTP and HTTPS protocols. If using HTTP, the data traffic is not encrypted, meaning your username/password could be compromised. For security reasons, Nautel recommends using HTTPS whenever possible. If you wish to remotely control the transmitter via a network or directly through a laptop, configure your network parameters as follows: 1.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL COMMISSIONING Figure 1.11.1: Network Settings screen All IP addresses shown are for reference purposes only MAC Address: Set during factory testing; cannot be modified DHCP or Static IP: Set to DHCP if your network has a DHCP server. Automatically assigns IP, netmask, gateway and nameservers. Set to Static IP if you do not have a DHCP server or if you wish to assign static addresses. IP Address: Specify the IP address. Consult with your network administrator.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PARTS AND TOOLS SECTION 1.12: PARTS AND TOOLS This section describes parts associated with the VX150 to VX2 transmitter, and tools needed during installation and routine operation. Topics include: Parts Supplied by Nautel - see page 1.12.2 Parts Not Supplied by Nautel - see page 1.12.2 Parts Ordering - see page 1.12.2 Module Exchange Program - see page 1.12.3 Tools for Installation - see page 1.12.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PARTS AND TOOLS Parts Supplied by Nautel Ancillary Parts Kit An ancillary parts kit is shipped with the VX150 to VX2. This kit contains items needed during the installation process. The kit includes toroids, spare fuses, screws and miscellaneous hardware. Documentation See “VX150 to VX2 Transmitter Manuals” in the “About this Manual” section. Parts Not Supplied by Nautel Some parts and materials required to complete installation are not supplied by Nautel.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PARTS AND TOOLS Module Exchange Program Nautel offers a module exchange program for customers who require expedited servicing and replacement of faulty modules. The module exchange program provides immediate replacement of failed modules with refurbished modules. The replacement module is shipped to the customer as soon as the customer reports the failure. The customer then returns the failed module to Nautel using the same shipping package.
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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION / INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE SECTION 1.13: PRE-INSTALLATION / INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE Nautel provides a number of support options to help you during pre-installation planning and preparation: Pre-Installation Consulting Installation and Commissioning Service Online Documentation - see page 1.13.2 On-Site Support - see page 1.13.3 Training - see page 1.13.3 Standard Warranty - see page 1.13.4 Extended Warranties - see page 1.13.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION / INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE The customer has prepared the RF coaxial cable – used to connect the transmitter to the antenna – and installed the required connector. The customer has also installed the RF coaxial cable in place and connected it to the antenna, while leaving the transmitter end of the cable unconnected. Where required, all remote control and monitoring cables have been installed and connected to the station equipment (e.g.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION / INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE On-Site Support If you require on-site assistance, Nautel’s field support specialists can help you prepare your site and ensure that your VX150 to VX2 transmitter installation can proceed as quickly as possible. For more information about on-site support, including scheduling and pricing, contact Nautel Customer Service: Telephone: +1.902.823.5100 Fax: +1.902.823.3183 Email: support@nautel.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION / INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE Standard Warranty Nautel guarantees all mechanical and electrical parts of Nautel Transmitters for a period of forty-eight months, and all other Nautel manufactured equipment (including Importers and Exporters) for a period of twelve months from date of shipment, provided the equipment has been installed, operated and maintained in accordance with Nautel’s recommendations, and the equipment has not been misused, neglected or modif
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL 7. PRE-INSTALLATION / INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE Nautel does not warrant or guarantee, and will not be liable for: a. defects or failures caused in whole or in part by abuse, misuse, unauthorized repair attempts, unauthorized alteration or modification of the equipment; b. equipment built to customer specifications that is later found not to meet customer needs or expectation; c.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION / INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE Technical Assistance Nautel's field service department provides telephone technical assistance on a 24 hour, seven days a week basis. Requests by other media (fax or e-mail) will be responded to the next working day if received after Nautel's normal working hours. Contact the appropriate field service centre: Nautel Limited 10089 Peggy’s Cove Road Hackett’s Cove, NS Canada B3Z 3J4 Phone: +1.902.823.3900 or Toll Free: +1.877.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION / INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE Extended Warranties Nautel's standard four-year warranty provides excellent coverage and satisfies most customers’ needs. However, if you want extended coverage, Nautel offers one and two-year Extended Warranty Plans to cover electrical and mechanical repairs or replacements for all Nautel equipment.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION / INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE Purchasing a One or Two-Year Extended Warranty Plan If the transmitter is still covered by its original four-year warranty period, you can contact Nautel by telephone, fax, mail, or email with the model number, serial number and date of purchase.
VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL LIST OF TERMS SECTION 1.14: LIST OF TERMS This section defines some of the terms that are used in Nautel documentation. AES/EBU. Audio Engineering Society/European Broadcasting Union (AES/EBU) is the name of a digital audio transfer standard. The AES/EBU digital interface is usually implemented using 3-pin XLR connectors (the same type connector used in professional micros). One cable carries both left-channel and right-channel audio data to the receiving device. AUI.
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