Hilberling PT-8000A, Operating Manual

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PT-8000A Operating Manual v2.00.33
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7 I
NSTALLATION
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NITIAL
O
PERATION
7.1 Introduction
Prior to any operation of the PT-8000A read this Operation Manual carefully
notably before activating the transmitter.
The PT-8000A will be delivered with the following presettings:

The preselectors of both RX are aligned and all data are stored in RX-
CPU memory which is buffered through a NiCd battery.
 The transmitter is unlocked according to the band plans of that IARU
region (see Page 36) the PT-8000A is delivered.
The IARU region can be changed by software update.

Prior applying main power to the power supply HN-8000 please verify the
following points (7.2).
7.2 Cable Connectors
Please check at the rear panel of PT-8000A and HN-8000:
 Antenna(s) is/are connected properly

Grounding stud is connected to station ground
 Grounding wire is connected to both PT-8000A and HN-8000

DC cable is connected to both PT-8000A and HN-8000
For initial operation we recommend not to connect external amplifier,
transverter or devices for remote operation.
7.3 Initial Settings
Please check at the front panel of HN-8000 (see Page 9):
 Both switches (LINE und PA) are pushed down (off)
Please check at the front panel of PT-8000A (see Page 12):

Main switch (POWER) is pushed down (off)

Volume controls MAIN and SUB are set fully counter clockwise
 TX-PWR knob is set fully counter clockwise

MIC-GAIN knob is set fully counter clockwise
 PROC knob is set fully counter clockwise

Microphone T9 is connected

Connect power supply HN-8000 to main power

Turn on both LINE and PA on HN-8000
 Turn on POWER at PT-8000A
It is up to the operator to switch PA off (switch PA at the HN-8000) during
reception only .
Power On