Array Solutions - SAL12/20/30 - Mark II Manual – Rev. 1.5.1 – September, 2018
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Connecting the Controller
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Connect the RG-6 cable from the array to the back of the controller.
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Connect the receiver to the RCA connector at the back of the controller.
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Connect the power, it is a 2.1 mm DC coaxial jack connector. Array Solutions has
included a 1 A – 12 to 15 V DC RF-quiet power supply.
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The NETWORK plugs are to daisy chain in and out the ShackLan ™ buss. This
will allow controlling the array from a PC for remote operation. The Control
Center software is a free application from Array Solutions.
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Note: A good RF ground at the receiver is helpful to for optimum reception. You
may also connect the chassis of the receiver to either the shield of the RCA
connector or the RG-6 cable if this results in lower noise operation.
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NOTE: ENSURE THAT THE CONTROLLER IS ONLY CONNECTED TO A
RECEIVER AND THAT NO TRANSMITTED RF CAN ENTER THROUGH THE
RCA CONNECTOR. FAILURE TO DO THIS WILL RESULT TO DAMAGE OF
THE CONTROLLER AND SWITCHING UNIT.
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NOTE: IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TO ENSURE PROPER
LIGHTNING PROTECTION TO ENSURE THAT LIGHTNING INDUCED
CURRENTS DO NOT DAMAGE PROPERTY.
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WARNING!
Do not insert any device in the RG-6 or the transmission line between the
Combiner and the Controller of the SAL antenna. Most devices are a short
circuit for DC and the command pulses and 15 V DC are sent to the combiner
using the transmission. This can damage the device and the Combiner and
Controller of the SAL antenna.