any means—graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording,
taping, or information-retrieval system—without written permission of Glenayre.
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.01306GL-T8200 1- to 25-Watt 900-MHz Power Amplifier
Rev. A: 03/23/99DESCRIPTION
3DESCRIPTION
This is a 1- to 25-wa tt PA intended for use on th e 900 -MHz band. This PA is characterized
by integrated monitoring devices that supply critical status information to the DSP exciter.
This exciter contains diagnostic software that can detect and report a faulty PA.
3.1Physical Description
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Refer to Figure 3-1 and Figure 3-2. The PA consis ts of a 3 RU high chassis, including
convection fins and one fan.
The chassis contains a PA board which contains metering circuitry, power distribution
circuitry, and RF amplification circuitry.
3.1.1Mounting Provisions
The P A i s mounted to the front of most standard 19-inch equipm ent racks by m eans of eight
screws. The front panel o f the PA may by removed while the PA is mounted in the rack for
access to fuses. Thumbscrews secure the front panel to the PA.
3.1.2PA Chassis Rear Connector Panel
Refer to Figure 4-2 for a list of connections for th e P A . The PA chassis rear connector panel
has an RF input connector , an RF output co nnector , a dc power inpu t connector, a dc power
output connector, a fan, and a 15-pin connector for connection to the DSP exciter.
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.01306GL-T8200 1- to 25-Watt 900-MHz Power Amplifier
Rev. A: 03/23/99DESCRIPTION
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Figure 3-2 Top View of PA Board, Showing I/O
3.2Functional Description
The RF amplifier circuitry of the power amplifier is contained within the PA chassis. The
monitoring of the RF amplifier system is accomplished by the digital exciter through the
PA board located in the PA chassis.
3.2.1RF Path
The PA chassis receives the exciter output at a rear-mounted type-N connector on the PA
board. The RF output power leaves the PA board through a type-N RF output connector . A
jumper delivers the signal to the lightning protector output on the cabinet.
3.2.2Signal and Power Connections
All PA dc, signal monitoring, and control signals are routed through the PA board.
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3.2.3Isolator
intermodulation prevention An isolator receives the RF output of the PA chassis. It prevents intermodulation of th e RF
signal that may occ ur from nearby transmissi ons and red uces radiated ha rmonics. A sampl e
detector circuit in the isolator reject load input monitors the reflected power (VSWR)
present at the cabinet’ s RF output connector . The VSWR RF sample is rectified an d filtered,
providing a dc voltage proportional to the VSWR connector on the third isolator, w hich
voltage is supplied to the DSP exciter for transmitter control and monitoring. The VSWRdetection circuit of the third isolator is the only means of detecting whet her there is an
antenna fault, which can then be detected and reported.
reject loadThe triple isolator provides the power amplifier module with a stable 50-ohm load. This is
accomplished by directing any reflections from the output line to a reject load. Hence, the
load presented to the PA final transistor is always acceptable.
power controlAn RF sample of the f orward output signal is obtained from the for ward-power coupler and
directed to the exciter, along with the reflected-power indication from the reflected-power
coupler. Control circuits within the DSP exciter evaluate the forward power and the
reflected power and control the output power according to conditions. Additionally, if the
DSP exciter detects an RF fault, it passes the report to the GL-C2000 and VDT for system
control.
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.01306GL-T8200 1- to 25-Watt 900-MHz Power Amplifier
Rev. A: 03/23/99INSTALLATION AND SETUP
4INSTALLATION AND SETUP
4.1Cabinet Installation and External Cabling
4.1.1Tools and Equipment Required
Refer to Table 4-1. Equipment listed by brand name may be substituted with equivalent.
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For installation, only common hand tools are necessary if at all, since equipment integration
is usually completed at the factory.
Table 4-1 Required Tools and Equipment
nut driver - 5/16 in (7.9 mm)
screwdriver - #2 flat blade and #3 flat blade
screwdriver - #2 Phillips and #3 Phillips
Bird 4421 RF power meter
Bird 8327 dummy load
spectrum analyzer
barrel connector - type-N female
cable - 1 M long (max) with 7/16 Din to type-N male ends
Fluke 77 DVM
7/16 DIN male-to-type-N female adapter
4.1.2Inspection
Refer to the system manual.
4.1.3Rack Positioning
Refer to the system manual also. Rackup variation s are generall y not pos sible. Co oling and
cabling restraints require that equipment pieces remain racked according to standard
configurations.
4.1.4External Cabinet Equipment Cabling
The equipment items that comprise the paging transmitter are usually contained in one
cabinet. This section describes the various input and output connection s required to bring
power and signals into and out of the cabinet.
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INSTALLATION AND SETUPRev. A: 03/23/99
4.1.5PA I/O Connections
Refer to Figure 4-1 and the appropriate rear views in the transmitter system manual. Most
connections are made to the rear of the PA chassis. Table 4-2 lists PA connections.
negative return
auxiliary dc outputsauxiliary powerSee Table 4-4.
fansupplies voltage to
PA fan
Anderson power pole (+) red
Anderson po wer pole (-) black
4.1.5.1RF Output
Connect the antenna network to the lightning protector output. T he connector is typically a
7/16-inch DIN mounted on top of the transmitter cabinet. It should be securely tightened to
a torque specification of 250 inch-pounds (2900 g-m).
4.1.5.2The RF Output Forward and Reflected Dc Samples
The RF output forward and reflected dc sample from the isolator are digitized and routed
to the DSP exciter. High reflected power from either the antenna network or the output of
the PA causes reduced output and eventual shutdown.
4.1.5.3Signal and Dc Connections
Be certain that the connection between the exciter and the rear of the PA chassis is secure.
Wiring details of the exciter/PA connector are shown in Table 4-3.
The PA chassis is interfaced to the exciter. The connection is:
• J6 to J6 for the DSP exciter.
4.2.2Setup Using VDT
Setup of the PA is performed at the system level using a VDT. Refer to the VDT manual
and screens, which include instructions for these applicable setup procedures:
• adjust forw ard power
• set low-power alarm
Figure 3-2 shows controls, test points, and fuses on the PA board.
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.01306GL-T8200 1- to 25-Watt 900-MHz Power Amplifier
Rev. A: 03/23/99OPERATION
5OPERATION
5.1Controls and Indicators
The PA has no indicators nor controls which are suitable for user adjustment.
5.2Operation
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The transmitter normally operates within the paging system in an unattended manner . Local
control is not intended for operati on, but for setup, checkout, or maintenance. Refer to the
appropriate section:
• Section 7, MAINTENANCE
• Section 8, CHECKOUT AND TROUBLESHOOTING
• Section 9, REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION
Also refer to VDT manual.
5.2.1Turn PA On and O ff
Power is supplied to the transmitter and PA whenever the power supply is energized.
5.2.2Turn Fan On and Off
The fan does not contain an on/off switch, but turns on and off with the power supply. The
fan is not equipped with a thermal switch, it runs continuously whenever the power supply
equipment is energized.
5.2.3Key and Unkey PA
The PA does not contain a key switch, but is keyed and unkeyed by the presence of the RF
output signal fro m the exci ter when it is keyed. The ex cite r is nor mally key ed an d unkey ed
remotely through transmitter controller, but it can be keyed and unkeyed locally throu gh a
video display terminal (VDT). Refer to the controller manual for remote key and unkey
instructions, or to the DSP exciter VDT manual for local key and unkey instructions.