Vectronics PM-30UV User Manual

PM-30UV SWR/Power Meter Owner's Manual

PM-30UV SWR/Power Meter

INTRODUCTION

The PM-30UV can simultaneously measure and display forward power,
reflected power, and SWR in the frequency range of 100 to 500 MHz.
Accuracy of the readings is assured because the PM-30UV features a
true shielded directional coupler. The back lit meter can also display
either peak or average power readings.

There are three different types of connectors available on the PM­30UV. The PM-30UV has SO-239 connectors, the PM-30UVN has N­connectors, and the PM-30UVB has BNC connectors. These
connectors are the only difference between the three different models.
Throughout this manual all three models will be referr ed to as the PM­30UV.

SPECIFICATIONS

FREQUENCY RANGE:...............................100 to 500 MHz

POWER RANGE:......................................... 30 and 300 W Ranges

METER LAMP:............................................12 Vdc with on/off switch

OPTIONAL ADAPTER:..............................Vectronics AC-12

DIMENSIONS:.............................................5.3"W x 5.75"D x 3.5"H

WEIGHT:......................................................1.2 lbs.

CHASSIS:.....................................................Alodine Plated Aluminum

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

ON/OFF ........................................................Meter Lamp Switch

144 ................................................................144 MHz Band Switch

220 ................................................................220 MHz Band Switch

440 ................................................................440 MHz Band Switch

300W/30W....................................................Power Range Switch

PEAK/AVG...................................................Selection Switch

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REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

RF OUTPUT........................................SO-239 connector (PM-30UV)

N-connector (PM-30UVN)
BNC connector (PM-30UVB)

RF INPUT............................................SO-239 connector (PM-30UV)

N-connector (PM-30UVN)
BNC connector (PM-30UVB)

POWER................................................2.5mm coaxial type jack

INSTALLATION

1. Connect the RF INPUT to the transmitter using the appropriate
connectors. If using an antenna tuner, the PM-30UV should be
placed between the transmitter and antenna tuner.

2. Connect the RF OUTPUT to the antenna using the appropriate
connector. If using an antenna tuner, the RF OUTPUT is connected
to the antenna tuner input.

: Vectronics recommends using high quality cable for all

Note

connections.

3. If a lighted meter is desired, a 9-12Vdc power supply, such as the
Vectronics AC-12, must be connected to the jack labeled POWER on
the back of the unit. This is a 2.5mm coaxial type jack with the
center positive.

OPERATION

1. Set the PM-30UV to the proper band by pressing the appropriate
switch (144/220/440). To more accurately display RF power
in the amateur bands that lie in the 100-500 MHz range, is the
reason 144, 220, and 440 option switches are provided on the
front panel. This wattmeter is, however, usable at frequencies other
than the 3 front panel option ranges. See the CALIBRATION
section for more information.

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