Summary of Contents for RF PR0-1 B

Page 1: ...e coaxial cable leading from the loop antenna to the preamplifier s input Cautions This is a receive only antenna Do not connect it to a transmitter as it will be damaged and void your warranty Do not...

Page 2: ...C KEY see Figures 4 15 TO RADIO 180 Loop Antenna Pattern looking down edge on from above antenna CAUTION Do not inadvertently connect 20 VDC output of Power Inserter to Radio s antenna input The 20 VD...

Page 3: ...tput level is a byproduct of the excellent intermodulation distortion performance of this preamplifier but while most receivers have some sort of input protection and possibly an internal transmit I r...

Page 4: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 2 KEY Wiring for RF PR0 1 B Loop Antenna To Loop Preamp Typical Receiver RF PR0 1 B Power Inserter To Key Input on Transmitter Amplifier if you have one 4...

Page 5: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 3 KEY Wiring for RF PR0 1 B Loop Antenna Transceiver KEY Out RF PRO 1B POWER INSERTER KEY Y Adapter 5 Amplifier KEY In...

Page 6: ...INPUT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH Switch 1 OFF OFF ON ON Switch 2 ON ON OFF OFF HIGH 1 2 voe LOW 0 7 V DC Figure 5 Simplified Relay Interface Schematic 20 VDC ANTENNA POWER OFF ON ON OFF To Loop Preamp 20VDC Ou...

Page 7: ...ss A package of COAX seal is supplied for additional weatherproofing Follow the instructions on the side of the package Mounting to a Rotator Figure 7 shows the antenna mounted to a rotator Many users...

Page 8: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 6 One foot RG 6 Jumper Cable with water proof F connectors Connects Loop Antenna Output to Amplifier Input 8...

Page 9: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 7 Loop Antenna Mounted on Rotor Coax Seal Rotor Not Supplied 9 Preamplifier Service Loop RG 6 Cable to Power Inserter Not Supplied...

Page 10: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 8 Pole Mounting Details P w _ __ _ 10...

Page 11: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 9 Pole Mounting Details side view U Bolts and Saddle Clamps Nylon Shoulder Washer V a u C 00 Mast for rotor mounting 11 Nylon Washer Preamplifier...

Page 12: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 10 Antenna Rotor Pole Mounting Details side view 12...

Page 13: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com I Figure 11 Amplifier Mounting Details Nylon shoulder washers used to electrically isolate preamplifer from mounting pole 13...

Page 14: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 12 Preamplifier Mounting Details Nylon Washer Amplifier 14...

Page 15: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 13 Preamplifier Mounting Details Lock washer and nut 15...

Page 16: ...etting internal fuse that will trip at a current draw above 400 milliamps this will put 20 VDC on the input of your receiver momentarily that could damage some receivers Grounding The loop antenna alu...

Page 17: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 11 Grounding Lug Mounting Details 17 Grounding Lug for Lightning Protection...

Page 18: ...eredRadio Com Figure 15 Power Inserter ANT Power Indicator illuminates when the preamp is powered Connect to Connect to KEY output of Transceiver Optional 18 Connect to Receiver Antenna Input Master P...

Page 19: ...www SteamPoweredRadio Com Figure 16 Supplied Accessories Receiver connect cable Power Inserter t H e 0 k t 4r 5 I i iu a wloj i _ ___Antenna Pream _ P_____ _ a r a 19...

Page 20: ...rks at ground level Modular design for easy installation and maintenance Internal Transmit Receive Switch disconnects Antenna Preamp from receiver when transmitting Made in the USA NOT YOUR FATHER S L...

Page 21: ...lly 110 dBm The 1 dB compression point of this amplifier is 27 dBm making the levels of the intermodulation products generally far below the atmospheric and man made noise ANTENNA DESIGN The RF PR0 18...

Page 22: ...Technologies be liable for any incidental damage to equipment that the Product is connected to or used with This warranty shall be null and void if the Buyer fails to follow the written instructions i...

Page 23: ...does come into contact with a power line DON T TOUCH IT OR ATTEMPT TO MOVE IT Instead save your life by calling the power company Don t attempt to erect antennas or towers on a windy day MAKE SURE ALL...

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