TECHNICAL NOTE – OPERATION OF MT4000 TWTA
10/24/03
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MCL, INC.
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2.0 SCOPE
This document and its appendices will described the controls, operator interfaces, and operating
procedures for a MT4000 TWTA. This manual assumes a familiarity and working experience
with high power microwave RF amplifiers.
The MCL MT4000 is designed for long and reliable life under a variety of environmental
conditions. All components utilized in this system are conservatively rated and selected for high
reliability and maximum use of existing designs. Mechanical and electrical safeguards are
utilized throughout the system to insure safety of operating personnel.
3.0
CONTROLS & INDICATORS
Complete operational control and status is available at the local control display panel, remote
panel, or computer interface. However, due to safety concerns certain controls will only be
available on the Local panel.
The user at the TWTA front panel will be provided system status and diagnostics through a four
line vacuum fluorescent display (VFD), membrane panel CCA LED
s, membrane panel CCA
buttons, and a digital encoder used to adjust the amplifier parameters.
