AMERITRON RCS-10, Instruction Manual

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Ameritron RCS-10 Instruction Manual
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The RCS-10 Indoor Unit can be used as an interface to convert standard 1-of-8
control input to a BCD output suitable for driving the RCS-10 remote relay box.
The control head also outputs standard 1-of-8 control signals, like the RSC-8V system
uses. Control
inputs must be 12 to 16 volts dc positive and capable of supplying at least
400mA. This feature allows other multi-wire control systems, like the RCS-8V system, to
interface with the RCS-10 controller. In all cases, zero input or output voltage selects
antenna 1. The same output occurs when voltage is applied to serial port one. Applying
voltage to terminal one illuminates the position one LED, but the BCD output remains
000. See the Control Logic Table on page 3 for switching details.
FEATURES
Outdoor Unit Features
Inexpensive and Simple Wiring: Selects up to eight antennas using one four-conductor
telephone-type control line.
High Power Capability: The RCS-10 Relay box will handle 5kW into matched loads
below 30 MHz.
Long Relay Life: UL/CSA/VDE approved sealed relays with 16-ampere switching
current rating. Tested to withstand 1200v.
Flexible Mounting: The RCS-10 hardware accepts mast sizes from 1 inch to 2-1/4
inches.
Compact: Approximately 5-1/4” W x 6-7/8” D x 3”H and weighs 3 lbs.
Reliable Connectors: Teflon UHF-style SO-239 females, internal barrier strip for
control lines.
Low voltage: Requires 10-15 volts at less than 300mA.
Wide Frequency Range: Covers DC to over 100 MHz with low SWR, negligible loss,
and good unused port isolation.
Highly Weather Resistant: Sealed relays, stainless hardware, and U-V resistant cover.