Elenos ETG2500, User Manual

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1 General information
General information
1.1 Intended use
The equipment referred to in this manual is solid state transmitters with adjustable
output power from 0W to a maximum rated value (see Section “Series models”), to be
used in the whole FM band between 87.5 and 108 MHz, in 10 kHz steps.
With this product, Elenos has achieved its aim of obtaining high values of power
in just 4 rack units.
The transmitter is also a starting point for developing a new concept of scalabili-
ty.
The RF performance, obtained with 7, 5 or 4 amplifier modules, is close to the highest
target physically possible by the devices and current technology, in terms of efficiency.
This enables a drastic reduction in the electrical operating costs.
The distinctive characteristics of Elenos products remain constant: ECOSAVING, ICEFET,
VSWR PEAK HOLD, monitoring possibility, protection against corrosion, etc.
The available options STEREO or AES/EBU (both with integrated MPX).
The LIFEXTENDER functionality can be added.
1.2 Transport
The equipment must only be transported in its original packaging. However, although it
has been designed to prevent the machine being damaged,
even in the event of incorrect manoeuvres, it is recommended to respect the “HIGH/
LOW” direction and not to subject it to impact.
Ensure that the transport and lifting equipment are suitable for supporting the load.
1.3 Unpacking
The personnel in charge of handling the load must use protective gloves and accident-
prevention footwear.
Before lifting or moving the equipment or any of its parts, check that the operating area
has been cleared, also considering a safe area in order to prevent damage to people
and/or properties that could be within the manoeuvring radius.
1.4 Storage
Should it be necessary to store the equipment for any reason, it is necessary that:
• in the storage area, the temperature is between -20° and +55°C, with humidity of
no more than 90% at 55°C;
• the equipment is disconnected from energy sources;
• the equipment is clean and there are no dust deposits;
• the equipment is covered with a waterproof sheet.