one time. This allows the user considerable flexibility in
stacking arrays of similar antennas.
The “input” port is the common connection port. It can
also be used as an output, selecting up to five inputs, or
left floating if cross-matrix switching between the various
“Ant” ports is desired.
Control Console Connections
Locate the RCS-8V control console at a convenient
location on the station operating desk.
The control console supplies 12V DC control voltages.
Caution must be exercised when connecting the RCS-8V
to prevent damage to station equipment.
Connect the five wires in the cable to terminals 1-5. Use
the same color code that was used on the relay box. If a
sixth wire is available in the control cable, connect it to
the “G” terminal.
IMPORTANT: Connect the “G” terminal to the station
ground buss.
OPERATION
1.
Plug the adaptor into a proper outlet.
2.
Connect the adaptor’s plug into the power jack of the
console.
3.
Place the PWR switch in the “ON” position.
4.
Rotate the SELECT control and observe the lights
one through five.
The switch positions are numbered on the front of the
control box and a space is provided above each position
so you can pencil in a designation for each antenna.
IMPORTANT
1.
NEVER switch antennas with RF power applied to
the master feedline. Damage to the switching
contacts may result from “hot switching”.
2.
If one of the lights is dimmer than the rest, it is an
indication of a short in the control cable or between
terminal screws.
PARTS LIST
Designation
Description
Ameritron Part #
C1
0.1 uF, 50 V
200-3100
C2
0.1 uF, 50 V
200-3100
LED 1-5
Red LED
351-5002
R1
470 ohm, ½ W
101-2470
RELAYS
SPDT Relay
406-4681-1
S1
Rotary Switch
500-0563
S2
On-Off toggle switch
503-1233
GDT1-5
Lightning Suppressor
(L Model Only)
304-6120
12VDC Adapter
100-120 VAC Mains
MFJ-1312D
12VDC Adapter
200-240 VAC Mains
MFJ-1312DX
