SECTION III
Operation
3.1 Introduction
This section describes the operating controls and procedures of the power
amplifier.
3.2
Statement Against Unspecified Use
This amplifier must be used as specified by the manufacturer. Use of this
equipment in any way not specified by the manufacturer may result in bodily
injury and/or damage to the equipment.
3.3
Controls, Indicators, and Connectors
When set to ‘ON’, the ON/OFF switch will light indicating that AC power is
present. The RF INPUT and OUTPUT connections are located on the front of
the power amplifier. Refer to figure 2 and the following discussion for the
location and functional description of all controls, indicators, and connectors.
3.4
Basic Operating Procedures
NOTE!
The operation of the power amplifier is passive; that is, after an External Load
and Input power have been applied, no procedures other than turn off are
required.
3.5
Before Turn On
CAUTION!
Do not obstruct the airflow at the front and rear of the power amplifier. If
you do not verify that this equipment has an unobstructed airflow, you
may cause this equipment to overheat or otherwise impair its operation.
Perform the following preliminary procedures before energizing the equipment:
a. Check that the ON/OFF switch is set to the ‘OFF’ position.
b. At the rear of the RF power amplifier, verify that the AC cord is properly
inserted into the receptacle connector.
c. Verify that 50 ohm loads are connected to the RF Input and Output ports.
3.6. Turn
On
Perform the following procedures to energize the equipment:
a. Set the ON/OFF switch to the ‘ON’ position. Verify that the green switch
lamp is lit.
b. Apply RF power.
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