SGC SG-500 SmartPowerCube™ User’s Manual, Page 13
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TEST PROCEDURE
1.
Connect a 50-ohm RF dummy load (1 KW rating) to the amplifier output jack, and an in-
line wattmeter (0-200 watt range) between the transceiver and the amplifier.
2.
Connect an in-line wattmeter (0-1000 watt range) between the amplifier output jack and
the RF dummy load.
3.
Select CW mode, and adjust the transmitter output power level to 40 watts.
4.
Turn on the SG-500, and transmit. Confirm that a CURR/VOLT fault does ( ) or does
not ( ) occur.
5.
If a fault occurs, use an analog DC voltmeter to measure the voltage at the amplifier DC
terminal under load (TX): _______ and idle (RX):________
6.
Confirm that a VSWR fault does ( ) or does not ( ) occur.
7.
If a fault occurs, discontinue testing and contact SGC.
8.
If no fault occurs, check your antenna, antenna coupler interconnections, transmission
line, and measure overall system SWR: _______ @ _____ MHz.
9.
If the SWR is 2.0 : 1 or less, you may test your system on the air.
If further problems persist, contact SGC for technical support. Be prepared to provide the serial number
of your unit and the information above.