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Users Manual OM2000+

     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 1  from 35       Exhibit 6: User’s Manual   External Radio Frequency Power Amplifier OM2000+  Model 2000+   Array Solutions 2611 North Beltline Rd  Suite 109 Sunnyvale, Texas 75182 USA Tel: 214 954 7140 fax: 214 954 7142  E-mail: info@arraysolutions.com
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 2  from 35  TABLE OF CONTENTS  1. GENERAL INFORMATION  .....................................................................  4 2.1.  Introduction    ………………………………………………………………….  4 2.2.  Specification    ………………………………………………………………….  4     2.2.1.      Parameters    ………………………………………………………………….  4     2.2.2.      Protection Circuits  ………………………………………………………………….  4     2.2.3.      Indicators    ………………………………………………………………….  5     2.2.4.      Features    ………………………………………………………………….  5  2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS   ………………………………………………………………….  6  3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION   ………………………………………………………………….  7 3.1.   HF part      ………………………………………………………………….  7 3.2.   Power Supply    ………………………………………………………………….  8 3.3.   Safety Devices    ………………………………………………………………….  9  4. INSTALLATION      ………………………………………………………………….  9 4.1.   Grounding    …………………………………………………………………. 10 4.2.   Coaxial Cable    …………………………………………………………………. 10 4.3.   Control Cable    …………………………………………………………………. 10 4.4.   Main Supply    ………………………………………………………………….  11 4.5.   Cooling     ………………………………………………………………….  11  5. OPERATION      ………………………………………………………………….  12 5.1.   Operation Elements  ………………………………………………………………….  12 5.2.   Preparation for operation   ……………………………………………………………….  14 5.2.1. Display menu  ………………………………………………………………….  15 5.2.2. Settings menu  ………………………………………………………………….  17 5.2.3. Service menu  ………………………………………………………………….  19 5.3.   Operation mode  ………………………………………………………………….  22 5.4.   Tuning of the Power Amplifier  ………………………………………………………  24  6. MAINTENANCE     ………………………………………………………………….  28 6.1.   Indication of Fault Conditions   ………………………………………………………  28
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 3  from 35  6.2.   Fuse Replacement  ………………………………………………………………….  31 6.3.   Tube Replacement  ………………………………………………………………….  31 6.4.   Cleaning    ………………………………………………………………….  31  7. APPENDIX      ………………………………………………………………….  32  7.1.   Primary AC selection  ………………………………………………………………….  32 7.2.   Removing the HV Transformer   …………………………………………………….  33 7.3.   Block Diagram of the OM2000+ Power Amplifier   …………………………  35
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 4  from 35  1. GENERAL INFORMATION  1.1. Introduction  he OM Power model OM2000+ is designed for  all short wave amateur bands from 1.8 to 29.7 MHz (including WARC  bands)    plus 50  MHZ  and  all  modes.    It  is  equipped with  a  ceramic  tetrode           FU-728F.   1.2.   Specification 1.2.1.   Parameters   Frequency Coverage    Amateur Bands 1.8 – 29.7 MHz including WARC + 50 MHz   Power Output      1500 W in SSB/CW on HF bands, 1500 W in CW/SSB on 6m           1500 W in RTTY   Input Power      Usually 70W for full Output Power   Input Impedance    50 Ohm, VSWR < 1.5 : 1   Power Gain      15 dB   Output Impedance    50 Ohm unbalanced   Maximum Output SWR   2 : 1   SWR protection     Automatic switching to STBY, when reflected power           is 250W or higher   Intermodulation distortion  32dB below nominal output   Suppression of harmonics  < -50 dBc   Tubes        FU-728F Ceramic tetrode   Cooler        Centrifugal blower + Axial blower   Power supply      Switchable 220V, 230V, 240V, 50/60 Hz   Transformers      One toroidal transformer 3kVA   Dimensions      15,4“ x7,7” x 14,6” (width x height x depth)   Weight       24 kg / 52 lbs   1.2.2. Protection Circuits   There are several  protection circuits  used in the  amplifier. They  are activated when  one or   more of next parameters exceed defined values or some unwanted occasion occurs.  VSWR too high  Anode current too high  Anode voltage error  Screen current too high  Screen voltage error T
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 5  from 35   Grid current too high  Grid voltage error  Heating voltage error  Mistuning of PA  Temperature to high  Soft start for fuses protection  “switch-on blocking “ at opened amplifier   1.2.3. Indicators   Number of indicators visible on the front panel will inform you about value of some parameters         or operation status:    OLED display      4 x 20 characters   Analog Wattmeter    Double system meter for forward and reflected power            measuring   LED Indicators      ON AIR   – amplifier in transmitting mode             STBY       – standby mode             FAULT    – failure, switching off for abt. 4 sec             ON          – ON status    1.2.4.  Features  Manufacturer implemented some of the company’s current development results with most   wanted operating and safety features into this new model:  High level of protections  Antenna switch for 3 different antennas  Memory for faults and warnings, easy maintenance  Automatic set-up anode current (BIAS) – no need to adjust manually after changing the tube  Temperature controlled 2-speed centrifugal blower ( turbine ) + axial blower  Full QSK with silent relay  Many operational parameters to display  Easy transport due to detachable HV transformer  The smallest and lightest 2000 W PA on the market
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 6  from 35  2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  WARNING! DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE! The power amplifier is using high voltage up to 3000V DC, which is very dangerous for human life! Read  next  safety  instructions  carefully  first,  before  you  will  start  to  install  and  operate  power amplifier!   NEVER VIOLATE NEXT RULES!  WARNING! NEVER ALLOW  CHILDREN to  play  around  PA  or  to  touch power  amplifier  or  connected cables  in working condition, or to push anything into the case holes!  WARNING! Never turn the amplifier on without the upper lid in place.  DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SHORT OR BYPASS safety switch under upper lid!  WARNING! The OM2000+ amplifier is neither to be used in a WET or HUMID environment nor to be exposed to RAINFALL!  WARNING! Do not turn the amplifier ON without having connected the ANTENNA or properly rated DUMMY LOAD! A hazardous HF voltage may build up on the antenna connector after turning the amplifier on with no antenna or dummy load connected!  WARNING! Before opening the upper lid of the amplifier make sure that power supply has been disconnected AT LEAST 10 minutes allowing the electrolytic capacitors to discharge fully. Disconnect power cord from the outlet!   WARNING! Any work inside the PA (internal fuses replacement, tube replacement, etc.) can be carried out only by professionally qualified person!
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 7  from 35  CAUTION The amplifier must be installed in such a way that free flow of hot air from the tube is allowed. The amplifier must not be installed in a constrained surrounding (i.e. tight shelves etc.). During long time operation ventilation grid can reach high temperature. Do not touch it!  CAUTION The amplifier must be properly grounded during operation.  CAUTION During operation the amplifier must be installed in such a way that the rear side remains accessible.  CAUTION The amplifier is an A category product. In a household it can influence other electric appliances. In such cases the user is to take proper actions to mitigate this disturbance.  CAUTION Read  this  manual  carefully.  Fallow  all  of  instructions  during  installation  and  operation  to  avoid damage to the amplifier not covered by manufacturer´s warranty!  Do not attempt to perform any change of hardware or software!    3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION   3.1.  HF part his amplifier is using a  ceramic tetrode FU-728F in a grounded-cathode circuit (input into control grids).  The  OM2000+  amplifier  achieves excellent  linearity  by  the  voltage  stabilization  of  the control grid bias and the screen voltage. The power input is given to the control grids, using a broadband input circuit with an input impedance of 50 Ohms. This adaptable input circuitry ensures a good input SWR (better than 1.5 : 1) on all amateur bands.    T
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 8  from 35  The output of the amplifier is a Pi-L circuit. The ceramic capacitor for TUNE and LOAD are divided. This enables the amplifier to be tuned exactly and makes it possible to easily return to the previously set positions after band changes. Top view on the opened OM2000+ Tetrode FU728F      Antenna Switch  Blower           Power Supply Board     Switch-ON Board  Output Pi-L Circuit      Tuning Capacitor               Subpanel                  HV transformer  3.2. Power Supply Power  amplifier  is  using  one  3  KVA  toroidal  transformer.  A  soft  start  is  provided  using  relays  and resistors (placed on the switch-ON board). The high voltage is made by combining 4 x 530V AC (total abt. 2950V DC) @ 1.2A. Each has its own rectifier and filter. In the high voltage circuit, safety resistors are employed to protect the amplifier against overload (placed on the power supply board). The separated supply for screen grid is regulated by stabilization with MOSFET and delivers abt. 330V DC at 100mA.  Control grid voltage is also stabilized (-120V DC). Change of stabilized first grid voltage is controlled by the software (EBS for example).
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 9  from 35     3 kVA toroidal transformer is visible on the left side.  Switch-ON  board  is  in  the  front,  Power supply board behind it.    CAUTION Primary section of the transformer is switchable for 220 - 240 VAC.  Factory setting is 230VAC. If the AC voltage in your network is 220 or 240 Volts, you need to set the correct value before first starting of the PA. See part 7.1. for more information.  3.3. Safety Devices Control and monitoring circuits ensure control and safety during malfunctions of the PA. These are placed on the Control board, which is located on the chassis subpanel.      One  of  the  important  safety  element  is mechanical switch for AC blocking at opened amplifier.      4. INSTALLATION   NOTE Read this chapter carefully prior you will start installation. Before unpacking inspect shipping carton first, if it is not damaged. Keep all of packing parts for possible future shipment. Check unpacked power amplifier. If you find some damaging, contact your dealer immediately to keep full warranty. During installation go step by step according to the next parts.  Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 10  from 35  4.1.  Grounding CAUTION The amplifier has to be grounded properly! Connect the screw on the rear panel of the amplifier to your local grounding system with a copper cable; use a cross-section of 4 mm2 at least.   Connect your transceiver to the same grounding system of your shack carefully! Use minimum length cables and make certain that the connections are both physically and electrically sound. With poor grounding, you may risk damaging your equipment, having problems with TVI/BCI or your transmitted signal may be distorted.  4.2. Coaxial Cable The output of the transceiver is to be connected to the input of the amplifier via RG58 or similar cable. For the connection between the power amplifier and the antenna,  RG213 or similar coaxial cable suited for high power is recommended. All the INPUT and three OUTPUT (ANT1, ANT2, ANT3)  SO-239 sockets with Teflon insulation are used.  Rier view of the amplifier OM2000+       Fuses            Mains Plug                                   HF Outputs      Blower           Grounding point                   Control                                                HF Input  4.3. Control Cable Control cable maintains TX / RX switching of the PA  (TX GND). The cable is shielded. On the side of the power  amplifier  a  CINCH-socket  is  used.  On  the  side  of  your  transceiver you  have  to  use  a  socket suitable for this transceiver. During transmitting the middle pin is connected to the ground. The relays of the OM2000+ have to be switched earlier than HF is applied (cold switching). Modern transceivers they have a time delay between PTT switching and power output.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 11  from 35  CAUTION If you are using an older transceiver or transmitters without time delay, we recommend to connect the PA in such a way that the transmit/receive switch (foot switch for example) is connected with the KEY IN socket of the amplifier. The KEY OUT socket is to be connected with the PTT socket at the transceiver. The amplifier is equipped with safety devices, which ensure that the output relay is not switched under power mistakenly (hot switching). KEY IN      RCA Phono - Input signal PTT switching voltage / current -  5V /2mA) KEY OUT    RCA Phono - Output signal PTT (maximum switching of 30V / 50mA)  4.4. Main Supply CAUTION Be sure you got PA with properly terminated line cable, corresponding with your power system’s outlet. If not, contact your dealer. In such a case you should make the necessary changes using a licensed electrician.   WARNING! Be sure that your power system is correctly wired and properly rated! To use adequately sized and connected grounding system is also very important.  4.5. Cooling  CAUTION The amplifier must be installed in such a way that free flow of hot air from the tube is allowed. Do not obstruct air intake and exhaust areas of the PA.  The centrifugal blower provides the necessary cooling of the amplifier, even during long contests. The blower is activated by switching the PA on and it is turned off when cooling is finished (approx. 1-5 min after switching off the PA depending on the temperature of the tube). Blower speed (2 steps)  is setting automatically according to the tube temperature.                 Detailed view on the tube and blower area.             Antenna switch (above) is installed inside the     metal box.   Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 12  from 35  5. OPERATION  WARNING! Before switching PA on, make sure that amplifier is grounded, antenna or dummy load is connected, and line cord is putted to the outlet. Be sure you selected AC input by 7.1.  CAUTION Before switching PA on, check all connections between PA and TCVR.  CAUTION Do  not  turn  PA  on  for  at  least  2  hours  after  unpacking  it  and  locating  in  its  operating  location. Especially  when  amplifier  is  moved  from  a  cold  place  to  a  warm  one  because  not  visible condensation may develop, and this could result in damage to the high voltage circuits of the PA.   CAUTION Never try to change antenna output during a transmission to avoid warranty loss.  NOTE When you decide to have a short operating break, place the amplifier to the standby mode rather than switch it off.    5.1.  Operation elements There is couple of operational elements accessible or visible on the front panel.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 13  from 35  BAND        -    Band selector switch TUNE         -     Anode capacitor for tuning         (higher frequencies to "0";  lower frequencies to „100“).  LOAD             -      Output capacitor tunes antenna load resistance to the amplifier.                              Capacity is low at „100“ and high at "0" on the scale.  WATMETER -      Analog double system meter for forward and reflected power measuring         ON / OFF    -   Long press (abt. 1 sec.) to switch PA ON/OFF     RESET         -   Short press to reset faults or warnings        0 / I     Power ON small 12V APU for logic and protection circuits                       You can switch Antenna ports even if PA is switched OFF.                   S1            S2             S3             S4
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 14  from 35  ON AIR    -   Transmitting mode LED  STBY        -   Standby mode LED  FAULT     -   Failure  LED         ON           -   PA is „ON“ LED  S1             -  OPER / STBY   -   Press to switch between Standby and Operation mode                      ESC                    -   Return to the previous level  S2             -  MENU               -   Enter the Menu                     DOWN               -   Scroll down                          S3             -  DSP                    -   Change display (DSP1, DSP2, DSP3)                      UP                      -   Scroll up  S4             -  ANT                   -    Change Antenna output  (ANT1, ANT2, ANT3)                      ENT                   -    Confirm the selection  More functions of S1-S4 buttons will be described in next parts of this manual.  5.2. Preparation for operation  The first necessary thing after connecting AC to the power amplifier is switching main (green) switch to „ I “.  Welcome message and then starting information appears on the display:     After  switching  main  switch  ON  welcome message appears shortly.       Starting  message  shows  which  antenna  is connected.  To  switch  PA  ON  press  ON-OFF button for abt. 1 second.    Warming  time  takes  abt.  210  seconds.  It  is possible to enter MENU during this time, but with limited possibilities (display settings can be changed, for example). You can change ANT output, if necessary.   Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 15  from 35  If you change DSP during warming time, you lost count down information. Press BACK (S1) to restore starting message.      When  warming  time  expires,  PA  switches itself automatically to the STBY mode.  You have two possibilities now - switch PA to OPER  mode  and  start  operation,  OR  to  go thru  MENU  and  submenus  to  set  display parameters, some hardware parameters or to enter the service menu.      In the STBY mode Antenna output can be changed (ANT1, ANT2, ANT3) by pressing S4.     Display  information  can  be  changed,  too. Press S3 to do it.    There are 3 different display settings possible in the OM2000+. To set display parameters, go to the next part of this manual for more details.    5.2.1. Display menu The OLED display shows couple of parameters or texts. Display has 4 lines. Three of them are editable. In every line user can select different parameters, using MENU. See next pictures.      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 16  from 35     After  pressing  MENU  (S2)  S1–S4  buttons changed  their  functions.  To  edit  display parameters, press DISP button.      Press DIS1 to edit first display.       Now you can define parameters for first three rows.  Start with first line, press 1Row button.      Go UP or DOWN to select desired parameter. Press ENT to confirm selection.   There are 4 possible settings for the first line (one bar-graph or three pairs of different parameters):  Forward bar-graph  Forward Power _ Reflected Power  Forward Power _ SWR   Plate voltage  Up  _ Plate current Ip  Second and third line are divided to the left and the right side, editable independently. To each of these positions one of the 15 different parameters should be set.    If you finish first line settings, press ESC to go back to the row selection. To start edit second line, press 2Row button.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 17  from 35   S2 and S3 now changed their functions.  To edit left side of the second line, press LEFT button.   Go UP or DOWN to select desired parameter. Press ENT to confirm selection.    If you finish left side settings, press ESC to go back to the side selection. To  start  edit  right  side,  press  RIGHT button….etc.  Second and  third line programmable parameters are:  Forward Power  Reflected Power  Input Power  SWR  TUNE  Temperature  Frequency  Plate voltage – Up  Plate current – Ip  Screen voltage – Us  Screen current – Is  Screen current – graph  Grid voltage – Ug  Grid current Ig  Heating voltage – Uf  5.2.2. Settings menu  Settings menu offers EBS settings, factory default parameters restoring and display contrast settings (software version 6.1. or higher).      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 18  from 35  Electronic Bias Settings (EBS) is one of significant feature of the power amplifier. It allows to set low plate current after pressing the PTT regardless of whether you have CW or SSB mode,  until RF signal is  no  present  at  the  input.    At  the  moment  when  RF  signal  comes  to  the  input  of  PA,  bias  will automatically change to its working value. EBS level means level of the Input power, where EBS starts working. Default EBS value is 0.2 W. We recommend using EBS ON. Significant accompaniment of used EBS is temperature reducing.    To  enter  Settings  menu,  go  to  MENU  first, then press SET button.    Use  UP  or  DOWN  button  to  select  EBS ON/OFF.  Press  ENT  to  enter  EBS  status settings.   Press  ON  or  OFF  to  set  status  of  EBS.  Press ENT to confirm selection. Press ESC to go one level back.   Use UP or DOWN button to select EBS level parameter.  Press  ENT  to  enter  EBS  level settings.   Use  UP  or  DOWN  button  to  set  EBS  level value. Press ENT to confirm EBS level value. Press ESC to go one level back.      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 19  from 35   If  you  wish  to  restore  factory  default parameters,  use  UP  or  DOWN  button  to select  Restore  default  parameters.  Then press ENT.    Press YES for 1 second to confirm restoring.    Use  UP  or  DOWN  button  to  select  LCD contrast. Press ENT.    Use UP or DOWN button to set contrast value. Press ENT to confirm settings.    5.2.3. Service menu  In  the  Service menu it  is  possible to  verify  software version. This menu  allows  user to  check  total operating hours and listing in the memory, where reported faults and warning messages are stored. You can display particularly warning messages and particularly error messages. See chapter 6 for more information regarding to warnings and faults occurrence. There you can find a coding table together with a limited values for the safety circuits activation also.  In the Service menu a value of EBS1 and EBS2 can be automatically adjusted. This is used for example when it is necessary to make adjustment after replacing the tube. Automatic control of EBS, however, can be done at any time. EBS1 default value is 20mA of Ip, EBS2 default value is 250mA of Ip.        Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 20  from 35   Use  Service  menu  after  replacing  the  tube. This is step No. 1. To enter Service menu, go to the MENU first, then press SERV button.   Use UP or DOWN  button to  check software version.     Use UP or DOWN button to select Time ON parameter. Press ENT to see total operating hours of the PA.     Press ESC to go back to the Service menu.    Use  UP  or  DOWN  button  to  select  Faults. Press ENT to see fault numbers or letters (see the table in chapter 6).     Press ESC to go back to the Service menu.      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 21  from 35   Use UP or DOWN button to select Warnings. Press ENT to see warning numbers or letters (see the table in chapter 6).   Press ESC to go back to the Service menu.   Use this procedure after replacing the tube. This is step No. 2.  Scroll UP or DOWN to select EBS1 settings. Press ENT to start automatic adjustment of EBS1 (20 mA).   Automatically  increasing  of  the  grid  voltage (decrease  of  the  negative  value)  causes  a gradual  increase  in  the  plate  current.  In  the moment, when Ip reaches 20mA, adjustment stops. Press ESC after stopping.  Use  this  procedure  after  replacing  the  tube. This is step No. 3.  Scroll  UP  or  DOWN  to  select  EBS2  settings. Press  ENT  to  start  automatic  adjustment  of EBS2 (250 mA).  Automatically  increasing  of  the  grid  voltage (decrease  of  the  negative  value)  causes  a gradual  increase  in  the  plate  current.  In  the moment, when Ip reaches 250mA, adjustment stops. Press ESC after stopping.          Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 22  from 35    Use UP or DOWN to select Calibration Ip & Is.  Press ENT to do it.    Ip and Is calibration runs in the background.  Result only is visible on the display.  Press ESC to go one level back.   5.3. Operation mode  CAUTION In STBY the amplifier is in bypass-mode and your transceiver is directly connected to the antenna. Maximum allowed power in bypass mode is 100 Watts! Passing RF power is measured with analog wattmeter only. It is not displayed if PA is either in standby mode or turned OFF.    Press  OPER  to  activate  operation  mode. STBY LED switched OFF.          Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 23  from 35  Changing of DSP allows user to watch couple of  basic  parameters  of  the  PA  in  operation mode without input RF signal. Notice: These are  three  default  display  settings  (software version 6.1.)       Check all connections again. Set BAND selector, TUNE and LOAD capacitors according to TCVR parameters and delivered tuning table (see next part for more details). Apply low input power and press PTT. Check Analog wattmeter first. Try to tune PA for maximum output power and minimum SWR.     Using  foot  switch  in  „KEY  IN”  we activated  transmitting  mode  of  the  PA first.  “ON AIR”  LED is ON.  EBS is active (Ip = 20mA)  In the transmitting mode all 4 buttons (S1, S2, S3, and S4) are blocked!       An example of standard tuning procedure using Analog wattmeter.      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 24  from 35  5.4. Tuning of the Power Amplifier  The OM2000+ power amplifier is operated in class AB. Thus it’s possible to obtain a maximum output power at excellent linearity. For this purpose the amplifier has to be tuned carefully.   CAUTION The operation of a mistuned PA will cause malfunctions, the increase of grid current and problems with TVI/BCI.   CAUTION If the input power is higher than 10W and the power amplifier is NOT correctly tuned, the safety devices will switch it to STBY. After switching the amplifier to STBY, you need to switch it back to the OPER mode by pressing RESET button shortly.   A tuning table is delivered with the power amplifier. For coarse tuning select a band with BAND switch and choose the setting of  “TUNE” and “LOAD” capacitors according to the table.  Band (MHz) Tune Load Input PWR (W) Output PWR (W) 1.845 70 45 75 1500 3.630 69 51 72 1500 7.050 50 90 71 1500 10.125 72 28 72 1500 14.175 69 40 70 1500 18.150 81 48 69 1500 21.230 47 67 65 1500 24.940 61 64 59 1500 28.450 33 76 52 1500 50.200 22 90 64 1500  NOTE Delivered tuning table was made for 50 Ohm loading of PA (dummy load). Each amplifier should have different values depending on used frequency and used type of antenna. Make your own table valid for your real conditions.  There are two ways how to do fine tuning. The first method uses a gradual increase in the input power when tuning the PA (as most operators accustomed). In every case we recommend adjust the display for both of methods so it shows two parameters important for fine tuning - TUNE and Is graph (> l <).
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 25  from 35  Press OPER to enter operation mode. Apply low input power and press PTT. Be sure you selected right BAND, TUNE and LOAD knob positions.  If you made some mistake, fault message appears:   Safety circuit stopped transmitting, fault LED is ON (Fault code 4 is saving to the memory).  Release PTT, set  proper  positions  of BAND, TUNE and LOAD according to the table and press PTT again.   Another mistake can occur, if you have antenna connected to the wrong output. In such a case „SWR is too high“ error message appears. Change antenna output using S4 button.  This is not an optimal result, TUNE indicator must  go  between  both  arrows.  Use  TUNE knob  to  get  maximum  output  power  and LOAD  knob  to get  indicator  between arrows.    Another example of not optimal result, TUNE indicator must go between both arrows. Use TUNE  knob  to  get  maximum  output  power and  LOAD  knob  to get  indicator  between arrows (in arrows direction).   This is a good result of tuning.  Now increase input power slowly and watch the display.   Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 26  from 35  Two  of  important  information  is  visible  – screen current increased, but  still  is within the allowed limits.  Turn LOAD knob slightly in  arrows  direction  to  get  TUNE  indicator between arrows.   Display indicates correct tuning of the Power amplifier.                                                                                   Remember Always use TUNE knob to get maximum output power. Use LOAD knob to get TUNE indicator on the display to the middle position between both arrows. Simultaneously check if Is graph indicator stays within the boundaries. Repeat both steps more times.  Proper operation mode of FU-728F requires the plate voltage to be close to 3 kV.  If anode voltage without RF power is much lower, watch the heating voltage, too. Normally, heating voltage must be in boundaries from 8.5 to 9 V without RF signal (DSP3).  Heating voltage level is a reliable indicator of correct AC selector adjustment. If you see heating voltage lower than 8.5V without RF signal, change primary AC voltage selector one step down (if possible). Conversely, if the voltage is higher than 9V, try to move AC selector one step up (for example from 220 to 230 VAC).  Check heating voltage under full load (full output power), also.  If the heating voltage without RF signal is OK but under full load drops more than 1.5 V, this relates to the „soft“ AC network and is solvable only by „changing“ the AC network...   Without RF power the plate voltage is OK.   Without RF power the plate voltage is 2.85 kV. Check the heating voltage, too. If it is below 8.5  V,  this  indicates  the  need  to  change  AC selector position one step down (for example from 230 to 220 VAC).   Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.    Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 27  from 35  To start the second method of fine tuning, press S2 (TUNE) button in OPER mode. PA  is  in  the  operation  mode.  After  TUNE button  (S2)  was  pressed,  it  changes  its function.  Now STOP is blinking. Do not press STOP button yet!  Apply input power according tune table (or lower) for selected band and press PTT. Use TUNE knob to get maximum output power. Use LOAD knob to get Is  graph indicator within the boundaries.  Display shows properly tuned PA. TUNE  indicator  is  in  the  middle,  Screen current is higher, but still inside the limits.  After proper fine tuning release PTT and press STOP button. PA is now prepared for operation.     View  on  the  properly  tuned  PA.  Analog wattmeter  shows  forwarded  and  reflected power.    After this procedure the amplifier is tuned correctly and ready  to give  1500 W output power in all operation modes. At optimal tuning and full output power a positive max. 50mA current goes through the second grid.  CAUTION If the amplifier demonstrate any malfunctions during tuning or it does not behave in accordance witch the description, interrupt the tuning procedure immediately and check the amplifier! Be sure not to do any mistakes in choosing bands or TUNE/LOAD values! Be sure that VSWR is not higher than 2:1 and input power is LOW! After excluding possible human mistakes you will be able to work for long time with this amplifier!   Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 28  from 35  6. MAINTENANCE  6.1.       Indication of Fault Conditions If a fault condition appears during the operation of the amplifier, the safety circuits of OM2000+ will react. There are several warning or fault messages possible to appear on the display, when some of the  protection  will  be  activated.  The  OM2000+  power  amplifier  can  report  one  of  the  following messages: 1  -  Power Out is too high 2  -  Refl. power too high 3  -  Power In is too high 4  -  Low output power (tune) 5  -  Plate current too high 6  -  Grid current is high 7  -  Screen current error 8  -  N/A 9  -  Heating voltage error A  -  HARD FAULT   B  -  Plate voltage error C  -  Grid voltage is low D  -  Screen voltage error E  -  SWR is too high F  -  Amplifier is too hot  NOTE Most of safety circuits are preset for two levels of exceedances. First level is a warning level. In such a case a warning message appears on the display, fault LED will flash, but power amplifier will stay in normal operation. See the table below for warning and fault conditions.   NOTE When a fault condition appears during the tuning or operation of the amplifier, the safety circuits will block transmitting and FAULT LED starts blinking. The amplifier stays in OPER mode. After approx. 1 sec  the  control  circuits  will  automatically  switch  the  amplifier  back  to  the  transmitting  mode.  If problem persists, safety circuit will react again.   CAUTION If the fault will repeat 3 times during 10 seconds, the safety circuits will turn the amplifier to STBY mode. FAULT LED stays ON. To cancel fault status, press RESET shortly. Power amplifier will stay in STBY mode.  All the warning and fault messages are stored in the memory. You can display particularly warning messages and particularly error messages. See the Service menu in the 5.2.3., how to select service display. All of messages are stored and displayed as a numbers or letters as indicated in this chapter (1 - 9; A - F). They are stored one by one to the memory. You can see them on the display in three lines, on every second display position (maximum 10 per row, maximum 30 messages for warnings and 30 messages for errors). If memory is full, every new message will delete oldest one and move rest of
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 29  from 35  them one position back. It means that every time last 30 messages are visible on the display. Next table shows limited values for the safety circuits activation.  Fault code Parameter Warning level Fault level 1 Power Output is too high 2200W 1700W (50MHz) 2300W 1800 (50MHz) 2 Reflected power is too high 250W 300W 3 Power Input is too high 80W 100W 4 Low output power (tune)  > 3dB below* 5 Plate current  is too high 1.8A 2.0A 6 Grid current is too high 10mA 20mA 7 Screen current is too high 50mA 60mA 8 N/A  N/A 9 Heating voltage error +/- 2V *** +/- 2.5V  A HARD FAULT (from 3.1 version)  Plate current >2.5A **** B Plate voltage error Min. 1800V Max. 3400V Min. 1500V Max. 3500V C Grid voltage is low -40V -30V D Screen voltage error Min. 250V Max. 400V Min. 220V Max. 420V E SWR is too high  3:1 F Amplifier is too hot 80 deg. C ***** 90 deg. C *****   1. *  This fault indicates mistuning of the PA. It works for Input power higher than 10W. If output power decreases more than 3dB below value corresponding with the  applied Input power, fault message „Low output power“ appears. You have to tune the PA correctly.   2. ***  When  the  heating  voltage  exceeds  boundaries  9V  +/-  2V,  warning  message  „Heating voltage  error“  appears.    Check  proper  position  of  AC  selector  (page  25).  Heating  voltage without RF signal should be between 8.5 and 9V.   3. ****  „HARD FAULT” appears if  the plate current exceeds 2.5 A. In such a situation hardware will immediately disconnect high voltage from the plate.  Fault is signed with the letter „A“ in the memory. If error occurs frequently, consult this situation with the manufacturer, please.   4. *****    If  temperature  sensor  inside  the  PA  detects  of  80  deg.  Celsius,  warning  message „Amplifier  is  too  hot“  appears  on  the  display.  At  90  degrees  protection  circuit  will automatically block  transmitting (fault  condition). You  have  to decrease the  power  or wait couple of minutes to be  ready transmitting again.  Fault is signed  with  the  letter  „F“ in  the memory.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 30  from 35   An example shows situation when Input power is too high. By pressing PTT safety circuit will react quickly, error message appears and FAULT LED starts blinking. In this case screen current exceeds limited value (60mA).  After  abt.  1  sec.  PA  returns  to  TX  mode. Reduce Input power to avoid fault repeating.   This is the situation, when problem with high Input power persists. Safety circuits reacted 3 times, and then switched PA to STBY mode. Permanent fault appears. To  return  PA  to  the  normal  operation, decrease Input power first, then reset fault status and go back to the OPER mode.  If resistor  R1  or fuse F3  is damaged, safety circuit  stops  starting  of  the  PA  and  fault message  appears  on  the  display.  It  is necessary  to  replace  the  damaged component.                      Fuse F3     Resistor R1    If there is a fault condition, always try to remove the cause first. If it is not a hardware failure, it usually succeeds. For example high VSWR, high Input power, mistune of PA, high temperature, etc.     Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 31  from 35  In the case of some hardware failure or if your power amplifier is not working properly, please contact the manufacturer or your dealer.  WARNING! Never try to change or move any part inside the amplifier except of tube or fuses.  Substitution of parts may void intrinsic safety!   Manufacturer’s contacts:             OM POWER,  s.r.o.                                           930 30 Báč 126                                                            SLOVAKIA                     Email: om-power@om-power.com  6.2. Fuse Replacement  The user is allowed to change mains fuses (6.3 x 32mm), accessible from the rear panel, only. In the case  of  fuse  (fuses)  interruption  inside  the  power  amplifier,  exchange  can  be  carried  out  only  by professionally qualified person!  Internal fuses are located mainly on the SWITCH-on board (next to the HV transformer).     One  special  fuse  is  used  in  the  model OM2000+.  In  the  case  of  an  accidental discharges  in  the  tube  this  fuse  saves  HV supply circuits.      Fuse   6.3. Tube Replacement  In the case of vacuum tube damaging, contact the manufacturer or your dealer for ordering new one. You  will  get  instructuions  how  to  change  it.  Exchange  can  be  carried  out  only    by  professionally qualified person!  After tube replacing automatic BIAS adjustment must be done. Read Service menu (5.2.3.) and pictures on page No. 20 for more details.  6.4. Cleaning To prevent damage to amplifier surface and plastic components do not use aggressive chemicals for cleaning. Do not open the amplifier for cleaning. Outer surface may be safely accomplished by using piece of soft cotton cloth moistured with clean water or window cleaner.     Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 32  from 35    7. APPENDIX  7.1.  Primary AC voltage selection Primary section of the HV transformer is switchable for three values of AC voltage (220, 230,  240V). Factory settings is 230VAC. Before first starting of the PA we recommend to check the correct value according to the AC voltage in your network. Change the settings, if necessary.  Side view on the opened OM2000+      HV Transformer          AC Selector
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 33  from 35  Remove the upper lid first. On the right side of the PA, next to the HV transformer there are two PCBs mounted. On the left upper side of the front (Switch-ON) board connector J6 is located.  Use  flat  screwdriver  or  finger  and  press carefully  the white  stick to release contact and move upper end of the white jumper to the proper position, if necessary. Jumper  must  be  connected  between  bottom contact  and  one  of  remaining  contacts.  AC voltage is marked next to every contact.      NOTE AC selector range can be changed in the production according to the specific conditions in individual countries.    7.2. Removing the HV Transformer   For simpler and easier transport of the PA, HV transformer can be removed and taken separately. This distributes the weight of the PA (24 kg) about half and half. Follow next steps to do it.  1. Remove upper lid from the PA. 2. Turn the PA on the left side (transformer is up). 3. Disconnect 3 connectors from the front board and 1 connector from the rear board. 4. Release 4 screws from the bottom side of the PA. Use Philips screwdriver P2. During the release of the last 2 screws hold the transformer by hand. Do not worry about its weight, it will move down just 1 cm and remains on the central rung of the PA. 5. Use both hands to take transformer away from the chassis.     Watch the released terminals, when moving the transformer! Do not damage transformer insulation during removing and transportation.            Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.      Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 34  from 35    Weight of the PA was distributed (transformer  has 12 kg, rest of  the PA has cca 12 kg, too).       When refitting the transformer, watch to the correct location of individual sections and wires.   NOTE Manufacturer reserves  the right to make future changes in the way of connecting the transformer to the board. Allways mark the position of the terminals before disconnecting the transformer.                        Type of supported TCVR and working frequency are visible on the display.  AUTO LED is ON.
     Exhibit 6                                                       Page 35  from 35  7.3. Block Diagram of OM2000+ Power Amplifier   J4J12J3Ext. blowerJ10!J8 K1K6CONTROL BOARDDISPLAYANT SWITCHK2 K1K1J3A3A2A1K3K7K2K1K11K4K8J3J2J1K3J1 J11 K1K2J15 J14J8J9J7J2J13AC INJ424VRev.: 10.2.2014K2 K1Cover SWOM 2000+  block diagram L8L7SW 1cSW 1bSW 1aFU728fRele GSKEY INKEY OUTTR 1BlowerONSW ON BOARD HV SUPPLYMETER BOARDOUTPUTACINPUTPWR METERSCREEN BOARDINPUT BOARD1R1 2147C2211L1021L62T 16A2111F 4AF32112T 16A2121321K1211453121L4221212121212121212121212121211212211 2121

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