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Mirage B-

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-G Instruction Manual 

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Mirage B-320-G

 

 
The Mirage B-320-G is a VHF power amplifier designed for 2 
meters covering 144-148 MHz.  The “Hi” and “Lo” input selector 
switch makes this amp useable for both handheld and mobile 
transceivers.  Features include all mode compatibility 
(FM/SSB/CW), wrap-around  heat sink, high gain GaAsFET 
preamplifier, and user selectable input: 
--”Lo” for Handheld radios-- 250 mW to 10 Watts 
--”Hi” for Mobile radios-- 10 Watts to 50 Watts 
 

FEATURES 
 

1.  High output power of 200 watts 
 

200 watts is achieved with 250 mW to 10 Watts input 

on   

“Lo” or 10 Watts to 50 Watts input on “Hi”. 

 
2.  All mode compatibility (FM/SSB/CW) 
 

In the SSB mode the time constant of the Voice  

 

Operated Transmit (VOX) relay is set to approximately 

 

one second to prevent annoying relay chatter 

 

during conversation, and achieving smooth SSB 

 transmission. 
 
3.  Wrap-around heat sink 
 

The heat sink and combined case, by original design  

 

is used for excellent heat dissipation as well as a 

 

new smart appearance. 

 
4.  “Lo” Input power from 250 mW to 10 Watts 
 

With an input power of 10 Watts maximum on “Lo” , the 

 

Mirage B-320-G is compatible with most modern 

handheld  

and mobile transceivers. 

 
 
5. “Hi” Input power from 10 Watts to 50 Watts 

Summary of Contents for B-320-G

Page 1: ...s 200 watts is achieved with 250 mW to 10 Watts input on Lo or 10 Watts to 50 Watts input on Hi 2 All mode compatibility FM SSB CW In the SSB mode the time constant of the Voice Operated Transmit VOX relay is set to approximately one second to prevent annoying relay chatter during conversation and achieving smooth SSB transmission 3 Wrap around heat sink The heat sink and combined case by original...

Page 2: ... enables you to enjoy a more comfortable VHF QSO with weak stations SPECIFICATIONS FREQUENCY 144 TO 148 MHz Low RF INPUT 250 mW 10 Watts Hi RF INPUT 10 Watts 50 Watts RF OUTPUT 200 WATTS TYPICAL DUTY CYCLE INTERMITTENT ICAS MODES FM SSB CW RECEIVE PRE AMP 15db TYPICAL KEYING AUTOMATIC SENSING SUPPLY VOLTAGE 12 15 VOLTS DC RF CONNECTORS TWO 2 SO 239 UHF SUPPLY CURRENT 15 AMPS or better FUSE 30 AMP ...

Page 3: ...both the receive and transmit signal will bypass the internal circuitry of the amplifier If the LED is illuminated then the amplifier is in the standby mode and will amplify any signal that is supplied to its input of more than 250 mW 5 SWR Fault LED 6 MODE SSB FM SWITCH When in the SSB mode the amplifier will delay the change over time of the carrier operated transmit relay to 1 second before dis...

Page 4: ...it for receive A sensing circuit will disengage the pre amp when a transmitted signal is applied to the amplifier s input The pre amp may also work independently if the amplifiers main power switch is off 8 POWER ON OFF SWITCH When engaged the amplifier is ready to amplify any signal applied to its input of the proper frequency ...

Page 5: ...ER SWITCH 10 RADIO The coax from your radio or exciter is connected to this connector 11 13 8V DC This connection has two wires The RED wire is for positive The BLACK wire is for negative 12 FUSE 13 ANTENNA The coax from your antenna is connected to this port ...

Page 6: ... power leads use wire of the same gauge in order to avoid a voltage drop on your power leads Be careful that the DC power supplied is no higher than 15 volts or damage may result A source voltage of 13 8 volts is recommended and should be used whenever available Some automobiles will generate a high current surge when started It is recommended that the amplifier be place in the off position when s...

Page 7: ...ive troubleshooting in the field If difficulty is encountered check the following before assuming the amplifier has a malfunction 1 Loose antenna or power supply connections 2 SWR of the antenna system 3 Coaxial cables form radio to amplifier and amplifier to antenna 4 Output voltage of power supply 5 Power output of radio 6 Improper fuse rating ...

Page 8: ... not solved by reading the manual you may call MIRAGE at 601 323 8287 You will be best helped if you have your unit manual and all information on your station handy so you can answer any questions the technicians may ask You can also send questions by FAX to 601 323 6551 Send a complete description of your problem an explanation of exactly how you are using your unit and a complete description of ...

Page 9: ...void this one year warranty We recommend that units requiring repair during the warranty period be returned to the factory This unit was not designed for repeater operation and its use in such service is at your own risk Mirage assumes no responsibility for any item connected to or used in conjunction with this product The foregoing constitutes Mirage s entire obligation with respect to this produ...

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