Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier
Operation
Operation Manual, Part Number 34672, Rev. C, March 2011
Page 11
Chapter 3
Operate the GT-1000A
3.1
Operating Safety and Instructions
This section describes how to operate the GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier. Equipment and personal
safety information is also provided.
DO NOT EXCEED AN INPUT LEVEL OF 20 dBm INTO THE GT-1000A. EXCEEDING
THIS LEVEL CAN DAMAGE THE GT-1000A MICROWAVE POWER AMPLIFIER.
WHEN ENERGIZED, THE GT-1000A IS CAPABLE OF SUPPLYING POWER THAT
CAN CAUSE DAMAGE OR INJURY. TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS TO
ENSURE SAFE SETUP AND OPERATION:
Verify that all cables, connectors, and equipment connected to the
GT-1000A are in good condition.
Do not make connections to equipment while the output of any item of
equipment is energized.
Table 6: Operate the GT-1000A
Operate the GT-1000A
Step
Action
1.
Verify that the output of the signal source driving the amplifier is NOT energized before
continuing to the next step.
2.
Connect the equipment to the GT-1000A according to your application.
NOTE:
Verify all mating connectors are 50 Ohm, and that they are in good condition.
3.
Apply AC power to the GT-1000A by turning the front panel power switch ON. Observe that the
POWER ON indicator on the front panel illuminates (see Figure 1 on page 4).
4.
Verify that the output level of the signal source is set below 20 dBm.
5.
Energize the output of the signal source.
6.
If desired, adjust the GAIN knob on the front of the GT-1000A (in normal operation, the gain
adjust is set at maximum).
NOTE:
Do not exceed the safe limits of the output power from the GT-1000A into the load. The
load should be rated for at least 30 Watts CW.
End of Procedure
CAUTION
WARNING
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