351804-1 Rev. 100
COM5000-8 TECHNICAL MANUAL
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CHAPTER 3
OPERATION
3.1.
INTRODUCTION
This section describes the controls and indicators available to the operator. Basic operation of the Power
Amplifier is also described. For a description of the exciter controls and display refer to the T-4180 manual.
3.2
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS
The controls and indicators are located on the Front Panels of the following modules:
Power Supply Module
PA Module (4 each)
System Controller Module
T-4180 Exciter module (refer to the T-4180 manual)
3.2.1
Power Supply Module
Figure 3.2.1 shows the Power Supply Module Front Panel. The controls and indicators are described below:
Control/Indicator
Function
AC ON (PS#1) LED (yellow)
When lit, indicates that internal power supply invertor #1 is on and
operating normally.
AC ON (PS#2) LED (yellow)
When lit, indicates that internal power supply invertor #2 is on and
operating normally.
AC ON (PS#3) LED (yellow)
When lit, indicates that internal power supply invertor #3 is on and
operating normally.
DC ON LED (green)
When lit, indicates that the DC output of the power supply is on.
3-Pole Toggle Circuit Breaker
Connects and disconnects the AC input to the power supply.
Push-Pull Circuit Breakers (8)
Connects and disconnects the DC outputs to individual PA modules.
There are 2 circuit breakers per PA module.
