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AMERITRON ALS-1306 User Manual

AMERITRON ALS-1306
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AMERITRON ALS-1306
1200 WATT 160-6 Meter NO TUNE
TMOS-FET AMPLIFIER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
116 Willow Road
Starkville, MS 39759 USA
662-323-8211

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AMERITRON ALS-1306 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAMERITRON
ModelALS-1306
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Quick Start

Installation and Operation

Placement

Guide for optimal placement of the amplifier and power supply units.

Wiring - Power Mains

Instructions for connecting the power supply to the mains.

Radio and Antenna Connections

Operation

Alert Codes

Explains warning lights and fault codes for diagnosing operational issues.

Before Attempting Operation

Pre-operation checks and considerations for safe and correct use.

Reference Figures and Drawings

Tables

Disclaimer

Limited Warranty

Amplifier Features

Introduction

Power Supply

Power Line Requirements

Specifications for mains voltage, frequency, and fuse requirements.

Power Supply Features

Highlights of the switching power supply's capabilities and design.

Power Supply Location

Guidance on selecting a suitable and safe location for the power supply unit.

General Information

Alert Codes

Interprets warning lights and fault codes for diagnosing operational issues.

Amplifier Overview

General description of the ALS-1306 amplifier's capabilities and design.

Installation

Installation Clearances

Recommended space around the amplifier for proper ventilation and access.

Installation Warnings

Important safety and operational warnings related to installation.

Installation, Wiring, and Connections

Step-by-step guide for connecting the amplifier's power and signal cables.

Station Grounding

Coaxial Line Isolators

Interconnection Wiring

Safety and Lighting Grounding

Guidelines for electrical grounding to ensure safety and prevent lightning damage.

Amplifier Rear Panel

Rear Panel Connectors

Description of various connectors on the amplifier's rear panel including power, ALC, relay, RF, and interface ports.

Remote Control Interfaces

Details on RJ45 connectors for remote control and interface boxes.

Optional Radio Interface Cables

Front Panel Layout

Front Panel Meters and Indicators

Explanation of meters for current, power, and SWR, plus status LEDs.

Front Panel Controls

Description of knobs and switches for band selection, ALC, and mode operation.

Operation Modes and Limits

Frequency Range and Limits

Table detailing band frequency ranges and automatic disable points.

MARS or CAP Operation Guidelines

Precautions for using the amplifier with MARS or CAP frequencies.

Warning Light Interpretation

Explanation of front panel warning lights and their meanings for fault diagnosis.

Initial Operation Procedure

Fault Identification and Resolution

Table detailing faults, causes, and cures based on warning lights.

ALC Adjustment

Functional Overview

General Operation and Band Coverage

Overview of the amplifier's band coverage and basic operating principles.

Signal Path and Power Division

Description of how the signal is split between power amplifier modules.

Power Amplifier Modules

Details on the power amplifier modules and their components.

Filter and Protection Systems

Lowpass Filter Assembly

Explanation of the 2KWF6 low-pass filter circuit and its function.

Control and Protection Logic

Overview of the CB2 control board's logic and protection features.

SWR Measurement Circuit

Description of the SWR board and its measurement function.

Circuit Board Descriptions

Filter, Relay, and Interface Boards

Descriptions of 2KWF6, RLY, BS2, MB1, and RJ45 boards.

Control and Power Division Boards

Overviews of CB2, PA Boards, and PD8 boards.

SWR Sensor Board

Description of the SWR sensor board.

SWR Board Details

Reference Figures and Drawings

Tables

Disclaimer

Limited Warranty

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