USER MANUAL MOBILE VHF RF POWER AMPLIFIER RC3-1FE 3370 SAN FERNANDO RD., #206 LOS ANGELES, CA 90065 TEL: (323)256-3000 FAX: (323)254-3210 www.tplcom.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ......................................................................... 2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................... 2 OPERATING PRECAUTIONS..................................................................... 4 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................... 5 WARRANTY .............................................................................................
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The RC3-1FE model is a VHF broad band amplifier intended for use in mobile applications. This amplifier can deliver 100W when driven with 25W and it will cover the frequency range form 136-174 MHz. The amplifier’s dimensions are: 6.73"L x 1.94"H x 6.0" W, including tabs (see figure 1) and the weight is 2 lbs. Figure 1. Package dimension for RC3-1FE amplifier GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS The general specifications for the RC3-1FE amplifier are shown in this section.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (Continued) HARMONIC AND SPURIOUS ATTENUATION: Meets or exceeds FCC requirements. IMPEDANCE: Input: 50Ù. Output: 50 Ù. RF INTERFACE CONNECTORS: Input: Mini - UHF Output: Mini - UHF DC INPUT CONNECTOR Pig Tail (3pin) RECEIVER PATH INSERTION LOSS (136-174 MHZ): 1 dB maximum. OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE: -30 to +50 C / Ambient. STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40 to +85 C. OPERATING HUMIDITY: 0 to 85% RH (non-condensing). STORAGE HUMIDITY: 0 to 95% RH (non-condensing).
FCC CERTIFICATION TPL Communications commercial amplifiers are FCC certified for the use in Land mobile/fixed services. The technician installing this amplifier must hold a General Radio Telephone permit and be familiar with the pertinent FCC rules and regulations. Harmonics, and other spurious, signals from this amplifier are attenuated according to or beyond FCC requirements. For further details consult the appropriate publications.
INSTALLATION The RC3-1FE amplifier installation is accomplished by the use of the flanges provided (see figure 1) to attach it to a radio transceiver. Keep coaxial cable runs short, avoiding sharp bends and pinching. Avoid loose connectors at the ends of the coaxial cables. The antenna should be matched to an SWR better than 1.5:1 for best results. Higher SWR will degrade the performance of the amplifier. 1. Mount the amplifier away from the sources of heat, and where air can freely circulate around it.
WARRANTY TPL COMMUNICATIONS has tested and found this unit to function properly and to operate within the parameters of its stated specifications. TPL COMMUNICATIONS warrants that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship. If found to be defective within two (2) years from the date of purchase, the factory will, at its discretion, either repair or replace the unit at no cost, provided the unit is delivered by the owner to the factory intact.
