Broadcast Electronics FX-50, Instruction Manual

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2 INSTALLATION
This section contains information required for installation and preliminary checkout of the Broadcast Electronics
FX-50/E FM Exciters.
2.1 UNPACKING.
The equipment becomes the property of the customer when the equipment is delivered to the carrier. Carefully
unpack the exciter. Perform a visual inspection to determine that no apparent damage has been incurred during
shipment. All shipping materials should be retained until it is determined that the unit has not been damaged.
Claims for damaged equipment must be promptly filed with the carrier or the carrier may not accept the claim.
The contents of the shipment should be as indicated on the packing list. If the contents are incomplete, or if the
unit is damaged electrically or mechanically, notify both the carrier and Broadcast Electronics.
2.2 INSTALLATION.
Each exciter is assembled, operated, tested, and inspected at the factory prior to shipment and is ready for
installation when received. Prior to installation, this publication should be studied to obtain a thorough
understanding of the operation, circuitry, nomenclature, and installation requirements. Installation is
accomplished as follows: 1) Preliminary Installation, 2) Wiring, and 3) Exciter Checkout.
2.2.1 PRELIMINARY INSTALLATION.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS. Table 1-2 provides physical and environmental conditions which should
be considered prior to FX-50/E installation.
WARNING
WARNING
ENSURE ALL RACK POWER IS DEENERGIZED BE-
FORE ATTEMPTING EXCITER INSTALLATION.
AC LINE VOLTAGE PROGRAMMING. The FX-50/E exciters are programmed for the appropriate line voltage
when shipped from the factory. The FX-50E can only operate from a 240V ac supply. Therefore, ensure the line
voltage selector is configured to 240V.
For FX-50 models, the unit can be operated from a 110V or 220V ac supply. Check the ac line voltage
programming as follows:
Place the exciter on a work surface.
Remove any packing material from the outside of the exciter.
Refer to Figure 2-1 and ensure the appropriate primary ac line voltage is visible on the AC LINE VOLTAGE
SELECTOR circuit board (115/120V or 230/240V). The following text presents the ac line voltage programming:
LINE VOLTAGE VOLTAGE SELECTOR PROGRAMMING
97-115V 100V
115-133V 120V
194-230V 220V
230-266V 240V
CAUTION
CAUTION
THE FX-50E CAN ONLY OPERATE FROM A 240V AC SUPPLY.
THEREFORE, ENSURE THE LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR IS
CONFIGURED TO 240V.