FlexRadio Systems Power Genius XL Manual de usuario
Power Genius XL
User Manual
rev 10.
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Table of Contents
0. Important notice.....................................................................................................................................3
1. Unpacking..............................................................................................................................................5
1.1. Front Panel.....................................................................................................................................5
1.2. Back Panel......................................................................................................................................6
1.3. BC /PTP connector pinout............................................................................................................8
2. Using with Radios..................................................................................................................................9
2.1. FlexRadio Series 6000....................................................................................................................9
2.2. Yaesu...............................................................................................................................................9
2.3. Elecraft...........................................................................................................................................9
Other radios.........................................................................................................................................10
3. Turning ON..........................................................................................................................................10
3.1. Front isplay overview................................................................................................................13
3.1.1. STBY/OPER.........................................................................................................................13
3.1.2. Band verification..................................................................................................................14
3.1.3. Vdd and Id verification.........................................................................................................14
3.1.5. Temperature..........................................................................................................................15
3.1.6. Power....................................................................................................................................15
3.1.7. SWR......................................................................................................................................15
3.2. Backlight modes...........................................................................................................................16
3.2.1. Stand By Mode – Yellow backlight......................................................................................16
3.2.2. Operate Mode – Green backlight..........................................................................................17
3.2.3. TX Mode – Red backlight....................................................................................................17
4.1. MEffA overview...........................................................................................................................18
5. Power derating with temperature increase...........................................................................................18
5.1. Power derating overview..............................................................................................................18
5.2. Reducing maximum voltage with temprature..............................................................................18
6. Alarms..................................................................................................................................................19
6.1. High SWR alarm..........................................................................................................................19
6.2. Id alarm.........................................................................................................................................19
6.3. Fan failure alarm..........................................................................................................................20
6.4. Power supply failure alarm...........................................................................................................20
6.5. Forbidden band.............................................................................................................................21
6.6. Internal error.................................................................................................................................21
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FCC STATEMENT
CAUTION: The users manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator
shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the e uipment.”
Note: This e uipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This e uipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio fre uency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this e uipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the e uipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the e uipment and receiver.
- Connect the e uipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
0. Important notice
WARNING!
This amplifier has been configured to operate in your country according to your nation's
regulations. It will operate on fre uencies which are not allowed for public use. You are
re uired to have a valid amateur radio license of an appropriate class from your government
to have the privileges to operate on amateur radio fre uencies.
Except those actions which have been described in this user manual, no other manipulations
to the amplifier are allowed. The unit must only be opened and/or serviced by a ualified
technician.
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If you have any uestions due to misunderstanding, translation errors and alike, please
contact the appropriate party for further information.
Radio fre uency energy (RF) from transmitters can interact with some electronic devices,
such as cardiac peacemakers and defibrillators.. Please refer to the implanted peacemaker or
defibrillator manufacturer's instructions with respect to precautions to be taken in the vicinity
of a radio amateur transmitter. If any interaction or interference with a peacemaker or
implanted defibrillator is suspected, STOP transmitting immediately.
! - WARNING!
▲- Caution
i – Information
! – This unit is NOT A TOY It must not be handled by children nor placed/operated
within reach of children
! – Do not leave packing material for this unit unattended It may be harmful to children
if misused
! – This unit contains small parts that could be a choking hazard to small children Do
not leave accessories unattended
! – Do not operate this unit in potentially explosive environments
! – Never attempt to insert wires or any tools into the interior of this unit during
operation This may cause fire or electric shock
! – This unit must only be operated with the electrical power described in the User
Manual Doing otherwise may cause a fire, injury or electrical shock
! – Never connect or disconnect antennas while in TRANSMIT mode This may cause
electrical shock or RF burns to your skin and damage to the unit
! – This unit generates Radio Frequency (RF) energy Use caution and observe proper
safety practices regarding your system configuration When attached to an antenna,
this amplifier is capable of generating RF electromagnetic field which require
evaluation according to your national law to provide any necessary isolation or
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protection required, with respect to human exposure!
▲- This unit must only be opened and/or serviced by a qualified technician Opening
the unit may void the manufacturer's warranty
▲- Do not operate this unit in areas of extreme humidity
▲- Avoid operating this amplifier in direct sunlight or other areas of extreme heat,
excessive vibration, or mechanical force
▲- If this unit is intended for use in commercial applications, special safety regulations
and cautions may apply to prevent accidents
▲- If any defect, abnormal result, or other observations occur that are not covered by
this User Manual; immediately cease operation and contact the manufacturer or local
distributor for operational advice or repair of the unit
i – No other physical modification of this amplifier is allowed Any other use or
modification (including software changes that affect operational characteristics) will
void the manufacturer's warranty
i – Ensure proper ventilation around the amplifier; This includes 30 cm clearance in
front and back
i – Please study the complete User Manual This document contains important
information regarding the safe operation of this unit If you have any questions, please
contact the manufacturer or local distributor for further information
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1. Unpacking
To be written when we know more about packaging.
1.1. ront Panel
The front panel is designed to intuitive and uncluttered. It consists of two elements:
1Standby / Operate button.
2RGB LED Backlight
3 LCD Touchscreen Display
Pressing the STBY/OPER button toggles between standby and operate modes.
The LCD Touchscreen Display shows all the important data for monitoring during operation.
The RGB LED backlight shows operation states:
•Stand By mode is indicated by a yellow color.
•Operate mode is indicated by a green color.
•Transmitting is indicated by a red color.
•Firmware Upgrade mode is indicated by a magenta color.
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More details on the display elements and different states in follow separate chapters on these
subjects.
1.2. Back Panel
The connectors are logically divided into two groups, A and B, for respective radios.
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1 AC Power input: standard 120V or 220V AC used to power the amplifier.
2 RF Precorrector B output: -60dBc output signal, for connecting to a radio
precorrector. (if radio has one)
3 PTT output B: standard RCA connector. It outputs GND as a PTT signal. Can be
configured to +12V by internal jumper. Pins are isolated with optocouplers.
4 RF output B: standard PL259 type connector for connecting your antenna.
5 RF output A: standard PL259 type connector for connecting your antenna.
6 RF input A: standard PL259 type connector for connecting your transceiver.
7 RF input B: standard PL259 type connector for connecting your transceiver.
8 PTT input B: standard RCA connector. It expects GND as a PTT signal. Can be
configured to +12V by internal jumper.
9 Chassis Ground: #8 Thumb screw
10 RF Precorrector A output: -60dBc output signal, for connecting to a radio
precorrector. (if radio has one)
11 PTT output A: standard RCA connector. It outputs GND as a PTT signal. Can be
configured to +12V by internal jumper. Pins are isolated with optocouplers.
12 Ethernet connector – Not in use. Reserved for a future upgrade.
13 CI-V input B: standard 3.5mm stereo connector for ICOM radio band data.
Pins are isolated with optocouplers.
14 BCD/PTP input B: standard female DB15 connector for radio band data.
Pins are isolated with optocouplers.
15 CAT input B: standard male DB9 type connector for radio CAT connection.
Pins are isolated with optocouplers.
16 CI-V input A: standard 3.5mm stereo connector for ICOM radio band data.
Pins are isolated with optocouplers.
17 CAT input A: standard male DB9 type connector for radio CAT connection.
Pins are isolated with optocouplers.
18 BCD/PTP input A: standard female DB15 connector for radio band data.
Pins are isolated with optocouplers.
19 PTT input A: standard RCA connector. It expects GND as a PTT signal. Can be
configured to +12V by internal jumper. Pins are isolated with optocouplers.
20 Power Switch: Turn the amplifier ON or OFF.
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1.3. BCD/PTP connector pinout
PTP input – Uses PTP signal (+12V) to select
the proper filter. Pins are isolated with
optocouplers.
Pin 1 Filter for 1,8 to 2 MHz
Pin 2 Filter for 3.5 to 4 MHz
Pin 3 Filter for 5 to 7.5 MHz
Pin 4 or 5 Filter for 10 to 14.5 MHz
Pin 7 or 8 or 9 Filter for 18 to 29.5 MHz
Pin 10 Filter for 50 to 52 MHz
BCD input – Uses BCD signal (+12V) signal
to select the proper filter. Pins are isolated
with optocouplers.
BCD inputs are designed for a direct
connection to a band decoder used by radios
such as YAESU and Elecraft.
Filter No 1 2 3 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 NA
Band 160m 80m 40m 30m 20m 17m 15m 12m 10m 6m None
Frequency 1.8 3.5 7 10 14 18 21 24 28 50 NA
Band A
Band B
Band C
Band D
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Hex Code 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A 0
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2. Using with Radios
This chapter covers connecting your Power Genius XL with various popular radios.
2.1. lexRadio Series 6000
Not possible in the current version. Will be released in the future as an upgrade.
2.2. Yaesu
Yaesu radios are connected using the CAT (RS232) port on the
amplifier.
Use straight female to female DB9 cable.
Connection is the same for all standard Yaesu radio models.
All pins on on the CAT connector are isolated by optocouplers.
You can use either Radio A or Radio B CAT connector on your PG XL.
2.3. Elecraft
Elecraft radios are connected to the BCD (band decoder) port
on the PG XL.
Use straight male to male DB15 cable.
Connection is the same for all standard Elecraft radio models.
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