UBS Axcera 835A-6 6000-Watt UHF Transmitter User Manual 835A
UBS-Axcera 6000-Watt UHF Transmitter 835A
Contents
- 1. Title Page
- 2. Table of Contents
- 3. System Description
- 4. Specifications
- 5. Site Considerations
- 6. Installation Procedure
- 7. Operation Procedure
- 8. Meters Switches Indicators
- 9. Detailed Alignment Procedure
- 10. Remote Control Interface
- 11. Subassembly Drawing List
- 12. Maintenance Procedure
- 13. Log Book Format
- 14. Typical Operational Readings
- 15. Schematic
- 16. Scjhematic
- 17. Transmitter Block Diagram
- 18. UHF Exciter Block Diagram
Specifications
UHF Solid State Transmitters 835A-3, 835A-4, 835A-5, 835A-6 The 835A represents the state of the art in solid state UHF transmitters. High performance, redundancy, and simplicity are combined in a very reliable unit. Using parallel high gain amplifiers, the 835A can be configured for 3kW, 4kW, 5kW, or 6kW operation. Combined aural/visual amplification is achieved with very good intermodulation performance, thanks to highly linear amplifiers and extensive correction capability. Front panel samples, status, and metering, most of which are remote controllable, allow for convenient system monitoring. As with all Axcera products, servicing is made easy with slide out assemblies that require no extender cards. This allows the circuits to be accessed for maintenance or adjustments even while on the air. UHF Solid State Transmitters UHF Solid State Transmitters High Performance Exciter The exciter, designed and built by Axcera, contains the circuitry to convert the input video and audio signals to a combined, modulated RF signal which drives two very linear phase and gain modules. An optional second exciter with automatic exciter switcher is available for added redundancy. Video/Visual Modulation The video signal is processed in several ways prior to modulation. Sync tip clamping is provided to restore proper DC level. Sync and white clipping are also included to limit video transient faults. Back porch clamping is also available for some scrambling systems. The video signal is then applied to a double balanced diode modulator, providing modulation capability to 1% at standard intermediate frequency (IF). A SAW filter is employed for precise sideband filtering with minimal group delay error. Audio/Aural Modulation The audio signal is applied to a very wideband, linear FM modulator which operates at intercarrier frequency (4.5 MHz for system M). The high performance modulator accepts a full range of multichannel audio including stereo, mono, and second audio programming (SAP). Standard aural IF is achieved by heterodyne conversion of the modulated intercarrier signal with the visual IF. IF Processing The visual and aural modulated IF signals are combined and applied to IF processing stages. These stages provide outstanding signal precorrection to yield a very linear transmitter output. Amplitude linearity, incidental carrier phase modulation (ICPM), and frequency response correction are all adjustable. Upconversion The IF signal is upconverted to final channel frequency through heterodyning with a very stable local oscillator. The oscillator is crystal and oven temperature controlled for excellent frequency stability. The exciter is controlled with an Automatic Level Control (ALC) loop which ensures stable signal w w w . a xc e r a . c o m • levels. After upconversion the signal is amplified to provide the exciter output. Power Amplifiers The parallel 600 watt power amplifiers are high gain units (45-50 dB), which provide redundant paths from the exciter to the output. Redundancy is enhanced with independent power supplies and cooling for each amplifier assembly. The output stage of each amplifier module utilizes eight transistors in parallel for added redundancy and on-air reliability. A high degree of protection is provided with each amplifier. Individual circulators, overdrive protection, VSWR cutback, and overtemperature protection are all included. Automatic Gain Control around each amplifier ensures that the transmitter output remains stable. The output of each RF cabinet is fed into a low loss hybrid combiner. Output bandpass and trap filtering is included to provide superior out of band rejection. 724-873 -1500 UHF Solid State Transmitters Block Diagram - 835A UHF 5kW Transmitter PA Exciter PA IPA Splitter PA 5-Way Combiner Bandpass/ Trap Filter PA Exciter Switcher PA Splitter Optional Second Exciter with Automatic Exciter Switcher UHF Solid State Transmitters RF Output 5kW Peak Visual 500W Average Aural Combined RF Hybrid Combiner Video Audio PA PA Video Audio IPA Exciter Combined RF Splitter PA 5-Way Combiner PA PA Features and Benefits ■ Utilizes 100% solid state circuitry for high reliability and low maintenance costs ■ Configured with parallel high gain amplifiers for total system redundancy and maximum on-air reliability, including driver stages ■ Provides standard ±1 kHz frequency stability for stations with an offset frequency ■ Independent power supplies and cooling for cost-effective and reliable operation ■ Configured with broadcast quality exciter that includes full BTSC sound capability ■ Provides output circulator amplifier protection and isolation for high VSWR conditions ■ Experienced field service/support team is ready to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 24 Hour Field Supprt Standard with all Axcera products is 24 hour/day, 7 day/week field support. This service operates as a direct telephone line during business hours, and on a pager system at all other times. Since all our products are designed and built at our facility just south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we are able to offer quick turnaround on most replacement modules, and timely shipping from the Pittsburgh International Airport. w w w . a xc e r a . c o m • 724-873 -1500 835A-3, 835A-4, 835A-5, 835A-6 Visual Performance Power Output (Peak) 3000, 4000, 5000, or 6000 watts Output Impedance 50 ohms Output Connector 3 1/8" EIA Frequency Range 470 to 860 MHz Carrier Stability ±1 kHz (standard) ±350 Hz (optional) Regulation of RF Output Power 3% Output Variation (over 1 frame) 2% Sideband Response (System M/N-others on request) -3.58 MHz -42 dB -1.25 MHz and below -20 dB -0.5 to +3.58 MHz ±0.5 dB 3.58 MHz to 4.18 MHz +0.5, -1.0 dB Freq Response vs. Brightness ±0.5 dB Visual Modulation Capability 1% Differential Gain 5% Incidental Phase Modulation ±3° Linearity (Low Frequency) 5% Differential Phase ±3° Signal-to-Noise Ratio 55 dB 2t K-Factor 2% Env. Delay Per CCIR or FCC Standard Video Input 75 ohms (loop through) Video AGC Range 1V, ±6 dB Harmonics -60 dB or better Intermodulation Products -52 dB or better Spurious -60 dB or better (>3 MHz from channel edge) Aural Performance Power Output (Average) Frequency Deviation Capability Distortion FM Noise AM Noise Aural to Visual Separation B0008 1101R1-E 300, 400, 500, or 600 W ±75 kHz 0.5% -60 dB -50 dB 4.5 MHz, ±100 Hz Composite Audio Input (multi-channel sound) Input Level 1V peak, nominal Input Impedance 75 ohms, unbalanced Frequency Range ±0.1 dB response 50 Hz to 50 kHz ±0.5 dB response 30 Hz to 120 kHz Monaural Audio Input Input Level 0 to +10 dBm Input 600 ohms, balanced Freq Range (±0.5 dB resp.) 30 Hz to 15 kHz Pre-emphasis 75µs Subcarrier Input Input Level Input Impedance Freq Range (±0.5 dB resp.) General Operational Temperature Range Operational Humidity Range Altitude Line Voltage Power Factor 835A-3 Size (H x W x D) Weight Power Consumption 835A-4 Size (H x W x D) Weight Power Consumption 835A-5 Size (H x W x D) Weight Power Consumption 835A-6 Size (H x W x D) Weight Power Consumption 1V peak, nominal 75 ohms, unbalanced 20 kHz to 120 kHz 0°C to +50°C 0% to 95% 8,500 feet 230V, ±10%, 1 phase or 3 phase, 50/60 Hz 0.95 80" x 44" x 34" 1150 lbs 10,300 W (50% APL) 80" x 66" x 34" 1350 lbs 13,700 W (50% APL) 80" x 66" x 34" 1500 lbs 17,000 W (50% APL) 80" x 66" x 34" 1650 lbs 20,200 W (50% APL)
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