Operating Instructions

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1-1. INTRODUCTION

This manual contains information and procedures for installation, operation, and maintenance of

Powerwave’s model NTGY71AA multichannel power amplifier (MCPA). The manual is organized

into six sections as follows:

Section 1. General Description

Section 2. Installation

Section 3. Operating Instructions

Section 4. Principles of Operation

Section 5. Maintenance

Section 6: Troubleshooting

1-2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The NTGY71AA is a linear, multichannel power amplifier that operates in the 25 MHz frequency

band from 869 MHz to 894 MHz. It is designed to be mounted in an enclosure with EMI

containment. Its flat base plate allows for mounting on a flat thermal-absorbing surface to provide

adequate heat dissipation.

Each amplifier module has a power, alarm, and control connector that allows the host system to

monitor the amplifier module performance. Primary power for the amplifier is +26 Vdc.

1-3. FUNCTIONAL AND PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Functional and physical specifications for the amplifier are listed in table 1-1.

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Section GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1 1-1. INTRODUCTION This manual contains information and procedures for installation, operation, and maintenance of Powerwave’s model NTGY71AA multichannel power amplifier (MCPA). The manual is organized into six sections as follows: Section 1. General Description Section 2. Installation Section 3. Operating Instructions Section 4. Principles of Operation Section 5. Maintenance Section 6: Troubleshooting 1-2.
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Table 1-1. NTGY71AA Multichannel Power Amplifier Functional Specifications Frequency Range Maximum Average Input Power Continuous Average Output Power Spurious Emissions @ Maximum Rated Output Power (70 W / 48.
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