UTX3K ULTRA INSTRUCTION MANUAL PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Section l --- SAFETY NOTICES ………………………………………………………………………… 2 ** READ THIS SECTION BEFORE INSTALLATON ** Secton ll --- TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS …………………...………………………………… 3 Section lll --- TRANSMITTER INSTALLATION ……………………………………………………… 5 Section lV --- TRANSMITTER TURN-ON ……………………………………………………………… 7 Section V --- THEORY OF OPERATION A. Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………… B.
Section I Safety Notices
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual l --- SAFETY NOTICES l ---SAFETY NOTICES ** READ THIS SECTION BEFORE INSTALLATION ** SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR BURNS MAY OCCUR IF THIS EQUIPMENT IS USED IMPROPERLY. NEVER WORK ON THIS EQUIPMENT ALONE. ALWAYS HAVE ANOTHER PERSON PRESENT WHILE WORKING ON ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS OR MOVING EQUIPMENT. COMMUNICATIONS TO EMERGENCY SERVICES SHOULD BE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES.
Section II Transmitter Specifications
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual II – TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS II – UTX3K ULTRA SPECIFICATIONS OPERATING Power Output …………………………….. 3 kW Peak Sync 150 Watts Aural RF Output Impedance…………………….. 50 ohms Frequency Range………………………….. 470 – 806 MHz Frequency Stability………………………… 1 PPM or better Harmonic and Spurious………………........ -60 dB or better ref to P-sync Power Consumption………………………..
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual II – TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO PERFORMANCE Audio Response…………….…………. Meets FCC Pre-emphasis curve Distortion…………………………………….< 1% THD FM Noise…………………………............... < 50 dB or better AM Noise……………………………………< 40 dB or better AM Synchronous Noise……………………. < 40 dB typical GENERAL Operating Temperature…………………….. -10 to +35 Degrees Celsius Ambient +14 to +95 Degrees Fahrenheit Ambient Altitude……………………………………..
Section III Transmitter Installation
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual lll -- TRANSMITTER INSTALLATION lll -- TRANSMITTER INSTALLATION Page 1 of 2 To ensure long and reliable trouble-free service from the UTX3K ULTRA transmitter the following steps for installation are recommended: 1. MECHANICAL INSTALLATION: The UTX3K ULTRA was designed to be installed in a building protected from the weather. The building should have a hard-surface floor such as concrete with a moisture barrier.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual lll -- TRANSMITTER INSTALLATION lll -- TRANSMITTER INSTALLATION Page 2 of 2 4. ANTENNA CONNECTION: The transmitter is equipped with 1 5/8" EIA flange connectors located at the top of the rack. Conditions vary from site to site so some engineering may be required to ensure that the antenna is receiving the correct amount of power to comply with FCC licenses and to ensure safety from lightning, etc.
Section IV Transmitter Turn-On
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual lV -- TRANSMITTER TURN-ON PROCEDURE lV --- TRANSMITTER TURN-ON PROCEDURE Before applying AC Power to the transmitter for initial turn-on and check out, the installation should be approved by a qualified broadcast engineer. The turn-on procedure that follows is recommended by Pineapple Technology, Inc. engineering staff: 1. Check transmitter load or antenna for proper installation and connection to the transmitter. 2.
Section V Theory of Operation
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual V -- THEORY OF OPERATION V --- THEORY OF OPERATION (Page 1 of 5) A. INTRODUCTION The UTX3K ULTRA transmitter was designed to meet or exceed all FCC applicable specifications for TV broadcast equipment. Special attention was given to the selection of sub-assemblies and components to achieve maximum reliability and minimum down time. The construction of the UTX3K ULTRA is BASIC and MODULAR with most components field replaceable.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual V -- THEORY OF OPERATION (CONTINUED) Page 2 of 5 The power modules are "HOT PLUGGABLE" and can be removed or installed without turning off the transmitter. Each power supply module has OVER VOLTAGE, OVER CURRENT AND OVER TEMPERATURE protection as well as a fault signal in the event of a failure. REFER TO MANUFACTURER'S MANUAL FOR MODEL # TWRI6004 PROVIDED WITH THE UTX3K ULTRA. D.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual V -- THEORY OF OPERATION (CONTINUED) Page 3 of 5 7.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual V -- THEORY OF OPERATION (CONTINUED) Page 4 of 5 F. MA5000 MODULATOR The heart of any TV Transmitter is the MODULATOR. This equipment receives the video and audio signals was well as any control signals needed. The base band signals are converted to RF with an output on the desired operating channel.
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Section VI Schematic and Parts List
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual A.
A D A 220 VAC AC Out AC Inlet RF Output 110 VAC 220 VAC Aural Visual IF AC Inlet DC Amps DC Volts AC Inlet 220 VAC 10 AUX Main AC 220 V 100 mv FS Meter Shunt 125A 125A 125A 125A +32 VDC DC Distribution Panel AC2009 6 KW Power Supply AC Inlet UDR100AC 100 W Driver ACDIS2 AC Main Distribution A 110VAC MA5000 Modulator 220VAC Remote Control (Optional) 220VAC Phone Line +12 VDC RC8 Xmtr On/Off Po Level FAN B B FAN A Page 14 220VAC US200-4 4-Way Splitter A PAS4 AC Inlet F
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual B. Vl -- SCHEMATICS AND PARTS ACDIS2 Assy Tree Item Qty Type P/N Top Title Detail PL ACDIS2 AC & DC DISTRIBUTION UTX2KWA TRANSMITTERS 1 1 PS 660110 DC PANEL METER 50 V FS HOYT MODEL 3115 1-1/2 ANA PANEL 2 1 PS 660113 DC AMP METER 300 A FS HOYT 3115 100mv FS 3 1 PS 670300 SHUNT, METER 100 mv FS Lightweight shunt, 100 Millivolt, 300 amp.
Page 16 AC MAIN 2/15/2006 ULTRA JC FAN CABINET FAN
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110 VAC { RF IN P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 Optional Remote Interface DB9 CB On/Off Sw DC Power Supply GND 75 OHM +28 VDC UDR25A Page 18 Air Inlet Filters DC FANS U250LD SIZE SCALE 1:1 SHEET REV 1 of 1 UDR100AC AMP/DRIVER BLOCK DIAGRAM FSCM NO. DWG NO. Pineapple Technology, Inc.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual D.
SECTION VI - SCHEMATICS AND PARTS MFA2PA ASSY +32 VDC J1 GND RTN RF IN PA1, PA2 PA1K DB9 PA1B PA2A PA5 GND SD PA1A PA2B +VDC NA P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 RF OUT J5 220 AC Fan 330 CFM Fan Power Status Display Assy +28 VDC 1A0035 Ground HS Mon P3 J3 3A Fuse L1 L2 Filter GND 220 VAC +32 VDC J1 GND RTN RF IN PA3, PA4 PA1K DB9 P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 PA1B PA2A PA5 GND SD PA1A P7 PA2B P8 +VDC P9 NA RF OUT J5 220 AC Fan 330 CFM Fan Power Status Display Assy +28 VDC 1A0035 Ground HS Mon P3 J
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual D. Vl -- SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST MFA2PA POWER AMPLIFIER 1. 1A0035 STATUS BOARD PARTS LIST Item Qty Type P/N Title Detail Top PL 1A0035 PA STATUS BOARD PC9061H 1 2 PS 114330 RES ARRAY, SMT 330 OHMS 2 5 PS 115103 RES CHIP 0805 10K OHM SMT 0805 3 1 PS 115334 RES CHIP 0805 330 K OHM SMT 4 1 PS 115563 RES CHIP 0805 56K OHM 0805 SM 5 3 PS 115682 RES CHIP 0805 6.
SECTION VI - SCHEMATICS AND PARTS Pineapple Technology, Inc. Rocklin, CA SIZE Page 22 SCALE 1A0035 STATUS BOARD CIRCUIT DIAGRAM FSCM NO. DWG NO.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual D. Vl -- SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST MFA2PA POWER AMPLIFIER 2.
Page 24 SECTION VI - SCHEMATICS AND PARTS GROUND +32 VDC RF IN J31 DB9 P1 PA1B P2 PA2A P3 PA5 P4 GND P5 SD P6 PA1A P7 PA2B P8 +VDC P9 NC Power Distribution Module 1A0025 Assy Gain and Phase Network J29 J26 J25 J24 J23 J22 +32 VDC Shutdown Line (SD) U250LD PA 2-Way Input Splitter U500LDA PA1 U500LDA PA2 +32 VDC B A +32 VDC +32 VDC B A +32 VDC B SCALE SIZE TS3 TS2 Pineapple Technology, Inc.
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SECTION VI - SCHEMATICS AND PARTS RF OUT TO PA1 RF OUT TO PA2 RF IN RF OUT TO PA3 RF OUT TO PA4 Pineapple Technology, Inc. Rocklin, CA SIZE Page 26 SCALE US200-4 4-WAY SPLITTER BLOCK DIAGRAM FSCM NO. DWG NO.
SECTION VI - SCHEMATIC AND PARTS LIST No Serviceable Parts Note: Actual unit may not exactly match this photo Pineapple Technology, Inc. Rocklin, CA UC3KW4NDC Combiner/Coupler PHOTO DIAGRAM SIZE FSCM NO. DWG NO.
SECTION VI - SCHEMATICS AND PARTS NO SERVICEABLE PARTS Pineapple Technology, Inc. Rocklin, CA SIZE Page 28 SCALE BPU3KW BANDPASS FILTER CIRCUIT DIAGRAM FSCM NO. DWG NO.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual Vl -- SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST E-1 PAS4 SELECTOR SWITCH ASSY Item Qty Type P/N Title Detail Top CAT PAS10 PA SEL SW FOR ADP500 10 POLE INPUT 1 OUTPUT 1 1 PS PC9501 PA SELECTER SWITCH 10 POLE ADP500 2 1 PS 483010 SW 10 POLE ADP500 PA SELECTOR PAS10 3 1 PS 481250 CON DB9 SUB RT ANGLE FM METAL CASE AMP7457814 4 5 PS 481260 CON DB9 2 SECTION RT ANG PCB MTG 0.
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Section VII Recommended Routine Maintenance
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual VII -- ROUTINE MAINTENANCE VII --- ROUTINE MAINTENANCE (Page 1 of 2) The following KEY MAINTENANCE AND PERFORMANCE CHECKS should be made monthly or more frequently in some environments where dust and rodents are problems. Pineapple Technology, Inc. recommends that the station provide a data log book to maintain these records. DANGER: SOME OF THE RECOMMENDED TESTS REQUIRE THAT THE TRANSMITTER BE OPERATING IN NORMAL MODE.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual VII -- ROUTINE MAINTENANCE VII --- ROUTINE MAINTENANCE (Page 2 of 2) FACILITIES ● Clean all air inlet filters and exhaust outlets to ensure that the transmitter is getting clean unobstructed airflow. ● Perform recommended service on air condition systems. ● Rodent traps or baits should be renewed to keep the facilities clear of these pests which can cause damage to the transmitter.
Section VIII Adjustments and Tuning
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual VIII -- ADJUSTMENTS AND TUNING VIII --- ADJUSTMENTS AND TUNING (Page 1 of 2) The UTX3K ULTRA is a new series of transmitters offered by Pineapple Technology, Inc. The latest in LDMOS device and circuit technology are employed to ensure reliable and serviceable operation for many years. There are very few adjustments necessary to maintain full service condition.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual VIII -- ADJUSTMENTS AND TUNING VIII --- ADJUSTMENTS AND TUNING (Page 2 of 2) 4. PA PALLETS - These circuits are "FIXED TURNED" and do not require any field adjustment. Any questions regarding pallet adjustments should be referred to the factory. 5. PHASE MATCHED CABLES - If it becomes necessary to replace one of the phase matched cables, contact Pineapple Technology, Inc. for replacements.
Section IX Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual IX -- PROBLEM SOLVING/TROUBLE SHOOTING IX - PROBLEM SOLVING & TROUBLE SHOOTING (Page 1of 3) The UTX3K ULTRA is a "MODULAR ASSEMBLY" where most of the sub-assemblies can be removed and or replaced as necessary to maintain full service. To service this transmitter, it is best to become familiar with the various sub-assemblies by reviewing the transmitter block diagram and it's associated subs shown in the introduction.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual IX -- PROBLEM SOLVING/TROUBLE SHOOTING IX - PROBLEM SOLVING & TROUBLE SHOOTING (Page 2of 3) SHUTDOWN RED indicates that the PA has been "SHUTDOWN". There are two possible reasons for this: 1.
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual IX -- PROBLEM SOLVING/TROUBLE SHOOTING IX - PROBLEM SOLVING & TROUBLE SHOOTING (Page 3 of 3) PA1 - PA5 LED's are RED This will indicate that the PA Pallet currents are below the 500 ma set point. This can occur when the PA Power device has failed. CHECK 1: Select the PA device in question for current display on the multi-meter. Compare the reading to the station log. If abnormal, it is possible that a power transistor has failed.
Section X Warranty
PINEAPPLE TECHNOLOGY, INC. UTX3K ULTRA Operating and Service Manual X -- WARRANTY X -- WARRANTY The WARRANTY provided by Pineapple Technology, Inc. (PTI) on this transmitter is detailed below. It should be noted that some of the equipment sub-systems have warranty coverage by the orginal manufacture that differs from the standard warranty provided by PTI Warrantydetails on equipment falling into this category may be found in the Manufacturers instruction manual provided with the transmitter.
Section XI Extended Warranty
