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Contents
- 1. User's Manual EX 6
- 2. OM2500 Manual version of OM2500A
User's Manual EX 6
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1. Introduction ……………………………………………………………….. 4
1.2. Specification …………………………………………………………….... 4
1.2.1. Parameters …………………………………………………………………. 4
1.2.2. Protection Circuits ………………………………………………………… 4
1.2.3. Indicators ………………………………………………………………….. 5
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ……………………………………………… 6
3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ………………………………………………. 7
3.1. HF part ……………………………………………………………………. 7
3.2. Power Supply …………………………………………………………….. 8
3.3. Safety Devices ……………………………………………………………. 8
4. INSTALLATION ………………………………………………………… 8
4.1. Grounding ………………………………………………………………… 8
4.2. Coaxial Cable …………………………………………………………....... 9
4.3. I/O Box and Interface ……………………………………………………... 9
4.4. Main Supply ………………………………………………………………. 11
4.5. Cooling ……………………………………………………………………. 12
4.6. Remote Control …………………………………………………………… 12
5. OPERATION ……………………………………………………………… 12
5.1. Operation Elements ……………………………………………………….. 13
5.2. Configuration of Power Amplifier ………………………………………... 14
5.2.1. TCVR Support Settings ……………………………………………………. 15
5.2.2. Connection with no supported TCVRs …………………………………….. 16
5.2.3. Communication Loss ………………………………………………………. 16
5.2.4. Antenna Switching Menu ………………………………………………….. 17
5.2.5. Bandpass Filter Settings …………………………………………………… 17
5.2.6. Loading Factory Default Settings …………………………………………. 18
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5.2.7. MUTE Option …………………………………………………………….. 18
5.2.8. LCD Settings Menu ………………………………………………………. 19
5.2.9. Operation in MANUAL Mode …………………………………………… 19
5.3. Tuning of Power Amplifier …………………………………………….. 20
5.3.1. Manual Tuning …………………………………………………………… 20
5.3.2. Tuning Adjustment ……………………………………………………… 22
6. MAINTENANCE ………………………………………………………. 23
6.1. Indication of Fault Conditions …………………………………………. 23
6.2. Fuse Replacement …………………………………………………….... 24
6.3. Tube Replacement …………………………………………………....... 24
6.4. Cleaning ……………………………………………………………...... 24
7. APPENDIX …………………………………………………………….. 25
7.1. Example of connection for ICOM ……………………………………… 25
7.2. Example of connection for ELECRAFT ………………………………… 26
7.3. Example of connection with YAESU …………………………………… 27
7.4. Example of connection with Antenna switch and BPF …………………. 28
7.5. Example of connection USB micro KEYER II
with IC7800 or IC7700 ……………………………………………....... 29
7.6. Example of connection USB micro KEYER II
with another Icom ……………………………………………………….. 30
7.7. Example for connection USB micro KEYER II
with Yeasu or ELECRAFT ……………………………………………. 31
7.8. Example of connection PA with MicroHAM MKII, (MK2R+ etc )
with CI-V output ....................................................................................... 32
7.9. Block Diagram of OM2500A Power Amplifier (USA version)................. 33
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1. Introduction
The OM Power model OM2500A is a fully automatic, full legal limit amplifier, designed for
heavy duty use on all short wave amateur bands from 1.8 to 29.7 MHz (including WARC
bands) and all modes with no time limit. It is equipped with one GU84b ceramic tetrode.
THE ADVANTAGES OF OM2500 A
Full compatibility with: ICOM, ELECRAFT ,KENWOOD, TEN-TEC ORION ,
Yaesu and CI-V data.
Automatic switching between bands
Automatic tuning with the band according to segments
Automatic switching of band pass filter
Automatic switching of antenna switches
The possibility to use 2 different antennas within one band or segment
1.2. Specification
1.2.1. Parameters
Frequency Coverage Amateur Bands 1.8 – 29.7 MHz including WARC
Power Output 1500w PEP continuous output all modes - *no time
limit*
Input Power 60 – 80W for full output power
Input Impedance 50 Ohm, VSWR < 1.2 : 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
350Wor higher
Intermodulation distortion 36 dB below nominal output
Suppression of harmonics < -52 dBc second, < -65 dBc third
Tube GU84b Ceramic tetrode
Cooler Centrifugal blower + axial blower
Power supply 240 V - 60 Hz
Transformers 2 pcs of toroidal transformer 2,0 kVA
Parameters 485 mm x 200 mm x 455 mm [19.1” x 7.9” x 17.9”]
(width x height x depth)
Weight 41,5 kg ( 92 lb )
1.2.2. Protection Circuits
There are 8 special 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
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Screen current too high
Grid current too high
Mistuning of PA
Hot switching protection
Soft start for protecting your fuses
“switch-on blocking “ at opened amplifier
1.2.3. Indicators
There are couples of LED and bar graph indicators visible on the front panel to inform you
about value of some parameters or operation status:
Bar graph indicators Power output - 50 LED
Reflected power – 20 LED
Current at screen Ig2 – 10 LED
Anode voltage, anode current, tuning – 30 LED
LED Indicators Current at control grid (Ig1 – 2 LED)
WAIT – preheating of tube (180 sec)
STBY – standby
OPR – operation condition
FAULT – failure, switching off for abt. 4 sec
INHIBIT - operating condition
ANT 1 - which ANT is use
ANT 2 - which ANT is use
ANT - ANT selection
Buttons UP – DWN - listing in menu
MAN - manual operating
AUTO - automatic operating
TUNE - tuning
SET – confirms selected parameter
OSD Indicator LCD Display 2 x 16 characters
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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGE!
The power amplifier is using high voltage up to close 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! The amplifier contains high voltage circuits. 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 OM2500A 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!
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.)
CAUTION! The amplifier must be properly grounded during operation.
CAUTION! During operation the amplifier must be installed in such a way that the rear
power supplies are 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! Make sure that all screws holding the case together are properly in place
and tightened before carrying the amplifier with the handles.
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!
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3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
3.1. HF part
In this amplifier a tetrode GU 84b is used in a grounded-cathode circuit (input into control
grid). This 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 grid, 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.
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 OM2500A
Tetrode GU84B PWR meter Blower Switch-on board
Output Pi-L Circuit Tuning capacitor Power supply board
Subpanel
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3.2. Power Supply
Power supply of the amplifier is comprised of two of 2,0 kVA toroidal transformers. A soft
start is provided using relays and resistors.
The high anode voltage is made by combining 8 x 350 V (total 2800V) @ 2A. Each has its
own rectifier and filter. In the high voltage circuit, safety resistors are employed to protect the
amplifier against overload.
The source for screen grid is regulated by parallel stabilization with BU508 transistors and
delivers a voltage of 360V at 100mA.
The -120V for the control grid is regulated with zener diodes.
3.3. Safety Devices
Control and monitoring circuits ensure control and safety during malfunctions of the PA.
These are on the Control board, which is located on the chassis subpanel.
4. INSTALLATION
NOTE
Read this chapter carefully prior you will start installation. Before unpacking inspect shipping
woody container 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 next parts.
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.
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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. Both the INPUT and OUTPUT
SO-239 sockets with Teflon insulation is used.
Rear view of the amplifier OM2500A
MAINS Cable Fuses OUTPUT
REMOTE I / O Interface INPUT
4.3. I/O Box and Interface
Control of Amplifier and communication with TCVR as well as Antennas / BPF switching
can be done via the rear panel I/O Interface.
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 OM2500A have to be switched earlier than HF is applied (cold switching).
Modern transceivers they have a time delay between PTT switching and power output.
CAUTION
If you are using and 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 two safety devices, which ensure that the output relay is not
switched under power mistakenly (hot switching).
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KEY IN RCA Phono - Input signal PTT switching voltage / current 5V /2 mA)
KEY OUT RCA Phono - Output signal PTT (maximum switching of 30V / 50mA)
CI-V Mono 3.5mm Jack for connection of ICOM TCVRs or devices that
provide compatible CI-V protocol. Correct baud rate is important.
TCVR DB9 serial port RS232 for KENWOOD, YAESU and ELECRAFT
TCVRs. Correct baud rate and type is required for successful
operation. If both CI-V and TCVR cables are connected then CI-V
disables RS232. Otherwise selection of interface is done via TCVR
type.
PC DB-9 RS232 port is used for communication with your PC. Please use
setting you would normally use if using direct TCVR – PC connection.
ALC RCA Phono – Automatic Level Control is used when tuning the PA to
block drive level .
WARNING!
We only recommend using ALC feature while operating RTTY, FM and other 100%
duty modes.
CONTROL The CONTROL socket is a single DB-15 connector that provides many
connections to the amplifier from your transceiver. Use shielded cable
for all connections to this connector. You will need to fabricate a cable
with the proper connector for your transceiver or use individual
connectors as described below.
PIN OUT: 1. ALC Out
2. NC
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3. INHIBIT Control voltage
4. TX INHIBIT for Yaesu and Elecraft – this supersedes
ALC output
5. NC
6. KEY OUT
7. NC
8. KEY IN
9. –
15. GND
ANT & BPF SW DB-25 is used for switching of external HP BPF or external Antenna
Switch. Maximum switching of 30V / 0.5A is possible.
PIN OUT: 1. antenna port 1
2. antenna port 2
3. antenna port 3
4. antenna port 4
5. antenna port 5
6. antenna port 6
7. antenna port 7
8. antenna port 8
9. antenna port 9
10. antenna port 10
11. COMMON port of ANT SW
12. NC
13. GND
14. BPF 160m
15. BPF 80m
16. BPF 40m
17. BPF 30m
18. BPF 20m
19. BPF 17m
20. BPF 15m
21. BPF 12m
22. BPF 10m
23. COMMON BPF port
24. NC
25. GND
4.4. Main Supply
WARNING!
Power Amplifiers OM2500A are manufactured for several different power systems.
For US territory only one mains cable is used for two phases (2x120V) system. Cord is
not removable from PA. Amplifier is equipped with two mains fuses (see rear panel ).
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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 blowers provide the necessary cooling of the amplifier, even during long
contests. The main 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). The supplemental fan is turned on depending on the temperature of the air exiting
from the amplifier. It is switched on at 70°C and switched off at 60°C.
4.6. Remote Control
Control of the amplifier is possible remotely by using REMOTE BOX (optional).
Connection is done by REMOTE socket, maximum cable length of 10 meters.
5. OPERATION
WARNING!
Before switching PA on, make sure that amplifier is grounded, antenna or dummy load
is connected, line cord is putted to the outlet. Do not allow children or unauthorized
person to go close to PA, to touch cables or connectors, to push anything into the case
holes!
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. Especialy 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 in the standby
mode rather than switch it off.
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5.1. Operation Elements
There are couple of operational elements accessible or visible on the front panel.
TUNE - Anode capacitor for tuning, tuning of higher frequencies to "0",
lower frequencies to „100“.
LOAD - Output capacitor tunes antenna load resistance to amplifier.
Capacity is low at „100“ and high at "0" on the scale.
OFF - You switch off the amplifier by pressing this button.
ON - You switch on the amplifier by pressing this button.
After 3min of warm-up delay, the amplifier will be ready for operation.
OPR/STBY „OPERATE“ sets the amplifier ready for transmit operation.
In STBY, if WAIT-LED is on or the amplifier is OFF, the amplifier
is in bypass-mode and your transceiver is directly connected to the
antenna. Maximum allowed power in bypass mode is 400 Watts!
RF OUTPUT Bar graph – shows output power .
REFLECTED POWER Bar graph – shows reflected power from the antenna.
Maximum level is 350W otherwise amplifier switches to
STANDBY mode.
Ig2 Bar graph – measures the current of the second grid from -20mA to
+80mA.
HV/IP/TUNE Bar graph – measure the anode voltage, anode currency or tuning of the
amplifier.
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INHIBIT Indicates interruption of transmission during the tuning process of the PA. If
indicated by RED LED then PA is in STBY mode. If during a retune
operations within same BAND then the PA will retune according to the
frequency of the transceiver. When changing the BAND – INHIBIT will stay
lit until the KEY IN is released and the tuning process will start. After that PA
is automatically ready for operation.
ANT, ANT1, ANT2 The amplifier is capable of automatic antenna switching (ie. 80m CW
and 80m SSB can be split between two antennas). The amplifier will
automatically select desired antenna by selecting last used antenna on a given
frequency.
SET button for: - MAIN MENU
- Confirmation of selection
- Saving of selected value
- Saving of tuning parameters
-
TUNE Push button for selection of TUNE mode
AUTO Push button for selection of AUTOmatic mode
MAN Push button for selection of MANUAL mode
DWN / UP Push button for selection of band, segment or parameter
5.2. Configuration of Power Amplifier
When the ON button is pressed the amplifier will start to heat the final amplifier tube. During
the warm-up period, the STBY and WAIT LEDs will be illuminated. If a transceiver is
connected to the correct port and all communication settings are right, the operating
frequency, AUTO: and the type of transceiver will be indicated on the alphanumeric display.
After successful heating of the TUBE (3 mins) you can enter operating mode by pressing the
OPR button.
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5.2.1. TCVR Support Settings
Supported transceivers: ICOM, ELECRAFT, KENWOOD, TEN-TEC , ORION, YAESU
Press SET button and scroll using UP / DWN to CHOOSE TCVR
Confirm CHOOSE TCVR by pressing SET again and scroll UP / DWN to your transceiver
type. Confirm the selection by pressing SET
Continue by selecting Baud Rate.
Press SET button and scroll using UP / DWN to BAUD RATE. Press SET again.
By scrolling UP / DWN select desired Baud Rate which must be the same as baud rate used
by your transceiver. (please refer to your transceiver user manual). To confirm your selection
press SET.
Baud rate for TCVR – PA communication
is shown on the LCD display.
Example of Automatic mode with ICOM
TCVR.
Type of supported TCVR and working
frequency are visible on the display.
AUTO LED is ON.
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When using Yaesu TCVR you need to configure the STOP BIT parameter correctly and
confirm selection with SET.
The communication settings menu can be left by pressing the AUTO button. The amplifier
will enter AUTO mode only if all settings are correct and connection has been established
with your transceiver. You can verify that the correct frequency and transceiver type is shown
on the LCD display.
5.2.2. Connection with not supported TCVRs
For communication with TCVRs, that are not supported by OM2500A (for example JST-245
and older types of Kenwood), an external IF-232 converter is to be used. You can also use
devices from several companies that produce compatible CI-V output which deliver frequency
information in ICOM format through the CI-V output. Then the PA will be connected in the
following configuration:
JST-245 <> DB37- JST-245 cable <> MKII ( or other device which has a CI-V output ) <>
PC. OM2500A is connected to the CI-V output of the CI-V device (MicroHam for example).
Example of communication
5.2.3. Communication loss
If TCVR is not connected or communication settings are incorrect the message
“COMMUNICATION LOST” will be displayed. You can still use PA by entering MANUAL
mode (MAN Button) or by correcting the transceiver connection problem.
Example of Communication loss message
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5.2.4. Antenna Switching Menu
If you have 3rd party external antenna switch connected to your amplifier ( i.e. MicroHAM
TEN SWITCH), you need to configure the assignment of each port to a specific band /or
antenna.
By pressing SET and scrolling to ANTENNA SETTINGS and confirming by SET you get
current band and its antenna selection. By scrolling UP / DWN you can select BAND which
you want to assign to current ANTENNA selected.
Then select how many antennas you want per current band (1 or 2) and always confirm your
selection by pressing SET. The by scrolling UP / DWN you assign which PORT is used on
your external antennas switch for this particular antennas. (ANT 1 ON PORT 01)
Shall you decide to use 2 antennas for this band then after confirming that with SET
configuration continue to the other antenna selection / port selection.
To finish Antennas switch configuration you can either press AUTO or MAN.
5.2.5. Bandpass filter switching
Switching of external band pass filters is automatic and needs to follow pin out of BPF
connector. For more details see Example of connection with antenna switch and BPF
in Appendix.
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5.2.6. Loading factory default settings
In the rare case of needing to restore factory default settings press SET and scroll using UP /
DWN to LOAD DEF VALUES and confirm by SET.
Then select if you want to erase all settings (pressing TUNE) or just one setting value
(SET button). In the case of resetting a single parameter use UP / DWN to select which option
and confirm by SET.
5.2.7. MUTE option
When operating the OM2500A with an Icom transceiver without TX INHIBIT for disabling
TX, we recommend blocking of the TX while tuning using ALC control (mainly while
operating FM /RTTY/ AM).
The ALC Input of your transceiver should be connected to the ALC Out of OM2500A.
Using SET and scrolling UP / DWN select SET MUTE and confirm it by SET. Then
configure MUTE LEVEL for each band so it results in no power being transmitted by TX
when performing TUNE procedure.
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5.2.8. LCD Settings Menu
By pressing SET and scrolling UP / DWN and selecting LCD CONTRAST (Confirming by
SET) and pressing Up or DWN you can vary the Contrast of the LCD display. Press SET for
confirm the setting.
.
5.2.9. Operation in MANUAL mode
To enter Manual mode of the PA please press MAN. By pressing MAN repeatedly you select
BAND and band segment. You can control the segment or band by scrolling the UP / DWN
buttons.
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5.3. Tuning of Power Amplifier
The OM2500A 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.
WARNING!
Before starting tuning you have to check if the right antenna or a 50 Ohms load
resistance is connected at the antenna output!
CAUTION
The operation of a mistuned PA will cause malfunctions, the increase of grid current
(the GRID-MAX-LED will light up) and problems with TVI/BCI.
CAUTION
The grid-current is shown with 2 LED diodes. It’s normal if the green LED is flashing or
may be shining a little bit during peak operation. If you overload the amplifier the
output power increases the grid current at very small rates and the red GRID-MAX-
LED is shining and the safety devices switch the PA to STBY. You must decrease the
input power.
CAUTION
In SSB mode you will have good output power if the green LED lights up a bit. The
current of screen grid is measured and shown in a Bar graph Indicator. The amplifier
has to be tuned in such a way that the current is between - 20 mA to +50 mA. At
currents beyond these values the operating point will be shifted and IM-products will be
rapidly increased. If a value of + 70mA is exceeded, the safety devices will switch the
amplifier to STBY mode.
5.3.1. Manual Tuning
1. Set the multimeter switch to the HV position
2. Set the OPR/STBY switch to the STBY position
3. Press the ON button
The amplifier is prepared for operation with the following automatic steps:
The toroidal transformers are switched on step by step.
The cooling blower for the final tube is switched on.
The multi-meter bar graph measures the high voltage; the normal value is 2.8 kV
The WAIT LED lights up
CAUTION
After switching on, please confirm that the blower is operating properly. Air must be
flowing from the ventilating aperture above the tube. If there is any concern, or no air
flow, press the “OFF”-button immediately !
Heating the tube takes about 150 seconds. After this time the WAIT LED goes out and the
amplifier is ready for operation.
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OM2500A will tune automatically to either TCVR frequency via CAT interface or by
frequency sampled by amplifier´s RF input.
4. Reduce the power output of your transceiver to the 0
5. Switch OPR/STBY to OPR position (OPR LED lights up)
6. Choose the TUNE position of multimeter
7. Transmit and increase driver power to 10W (OUTPUT power will be abt. 500W)
CAUTION
If the input power is higher than 15W and the power amplifier is not correctly tuned,
the safety devices will switch to STBY.
After switching the amplifier to STBY, the amplifier will automatically reset and switch back
to OPR mode after approximately 2 seconds.
8. Set TUNE knob in such a way, that the TUNE-LED lights up maximum left.
9. Set LOAD in such a way, that the TUNE LED on the TUNE scale lights up under
the “V” sign. If it is possible to obtain the LOAD in 2 positions, set the position
that is father to the right
10. Repeat tuning several times according to 8 and 9
11. Increase the input power until an output power of approximately 1500 W is reached.
12. Repeat steps 8 and 9
13. Set TUNE to maximum output power
After this procedure the amplifier is tuned correctly and ready to give 1500W output power in
all operation modes.
At optimal tuning and full output power a positive 50mA current goes through the second
grid. On 24 and 28 MHz bands optimal tuning can be achieved when one or two LEDs are lit
up to the left from the position “V”. If less output is desired you can simply decrease the load
of the transceiver.
CAUTION
Should the amplifier demonstrate any malfunctions during tuning or should it not
behave in accordance witch the description, interrupt the tuning procedure immediately
and check the amplifier! Be sure to have not done any mistakes in choosing bands or
TUNE/LOAD values!
NOTE
Be sure that SWR is not higher than 1:2 and input power is LOW!
After excluding possible human mistakes you will be able to work for long time with this
amplifier!
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5.3.2. Tuning Adjustment
OM2500A has been design to deliver maximum output power at 50 Ohms load. To deliver
maximum output to a real load you need to adjust the tuning according to your real antenna
impedance.
Entering the TUNE mode is done by pressing the TUNE button. The OM2500A then
switches the transceiver to RTTY and sets the frequency to corresponding segment. By
changing the values of TUNE and LOAD capacitors we tune the PA as per manual tuning
instructions. The optimally tuned amplifier will deliver full output without approaching the
maximum Screen Current of 30mA!
After tuning the amplifier save the settings by pressing SET and PA will automatically tune
frequency of your transceiver to next band segment. Follow the same procedure for all bands
and segments if needed.
By pressing MAN or AUTO buttons PA and TCVR will return to standard operating mode.
Deviding of bands into segments
Band (MHz)
1,8
3,5
7
10
14
18
21
24
28
Width of the segments (kHz)
15
30
30
30
30
50
60
60
70
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6. MAINTENANCE
6.1. Indication of fault conditions
OM2500A has the following indication LED on the front panel:
GRID MIN - indication of first gird current
GRID MAX - max. First grid current exceeded
HV - measuring of anode voltage by bar graph
IP - measuring of anode currency by bar graph
FAULT - fault
OPR - amplifier in operation mode
STBY - amplifier in standby mode
WAIT - heating of tube after switching on the amplifier
NOTE
Should a fault condition appear during the tuning or operation of the amplifier the safety
circuits of OM3500A will react. The amplifier will be turned to STBY mode. After approx. 1
sec the control circuits will switch the amplifier back to OPR.
CAUTION
If the fault will repeat 3 times after each other the control circuits will turn the amplifier
to STBY. Bringing the amplifier to OPR is enabled by using the OPR/STBY switch only.
After reaction of safety circuits the FAULT LED will be lit up for approx. 5 sec, depending
on the nature of the fault.
Flashing LED signalizes:
IP - anode currency exceeded
HV - low anode voltage
FAULT - reflected output exceeded
GRID MAX - first grid currency exceeded
- screen grid currency exceeded
GRID MAX + HV - maximum load power exceeded
GRID MAX + IP - zero output power during tuning
HV + IP - tuning fault, incorrect tuning of the Pi-L output circuit
In case your OM2500A amplifier is not working correctly, please contact the
manufacturer or your dealer.
Manufacturer’s contacts: OM POWER, s.r.o.
930 30 Báč 126
SLOVAKIA
Email: ompower@nextra.sk
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In USA:
Array Solutions
2611 North Belt Line Road
Suite # 109
Sunnyvale, TX 75182
Tel: (214)954-7140
Email: sales@arraysolutions.com
6.2. Fuse Replacemeent
6.3. Tube Replacement
6.4. Cleaning
To prevent damage of amplifier surfaces 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.
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7. APPENDIX
7.1. Example of connection for Icom
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7.2. Example of connection for ELECRAFT
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7.3. Example of connection with Yeasu
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7.4. Example of connection with antenna switch and BPF
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7.5. Example of connection USB micro KEYER II with IC7800 or IC7700
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7.6. Example of connection USB micro KEYER II with another Icom
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7.7. Example for connection USB micro KEYER II with Yeasu or ELECRAFT
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7.8. Example of connection PA with MicroHAM MKII, (MK2R+ etc ) with CI-V output
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7.9. Block Diagram of OM2500A Power Amplifier (USA version)