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AMERITRON ALS-606S User Manual

AMERITRON ALS-606S
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AMERITRON ALS-606S Specifications

General IconGeneral
Input Impedance50 Ohms
Output Impedance50 Ohms
TypeSolid State
Power Output600 Watts PEP
Frequency Range1.8 to 30 MHz
Power Supply120/240 VAC
CoolingFan-cooled

Summary

Introduction

Amplifier Features

Quick Start and Initial Setup

Installation and Operation Guide

General guidance on placing the amplifier and power supply and making connections.

Power Line and Supply Connections

Details on connecting the amplifier to the power mains and available power supplies.

ALS-600SPS Power Supply Operation

Specifics on operating the ALS-600SPS switching power supply, including voltage ranges.

ALS-600PS Power Supply Operation

Radio and Antenna Connections

RF and Control Line Connections

Instructions for connecting RF cables, ALC, and keying lines.

Remote and Band Data Interfaces

Notes on specialized connectors for automatic band selection.

Amplifier Operation and Fault Diagnosis

Pre-Operation Checks and Band Settings

Prerequisites for safe operation and setting the band switch.

Alerts, Indicators, and Fault Troubleshooting

Explanation of warning lights, fault codes, and the fault alarm table.

General Operation and Power Requirements

Power Supply Features and Requirements

Details on power supplies and their electrical requirements for the ALS-606.

Power Line and Supply Location

Amplifier Overview and Protection

Installation Procedures

Clearances, Warnings, and Wiring

Required space, precautions, and detailed wiring instructions.

Station Grounding

Safety Grounding and Isolators

Operating Frequency Range

Band Frequency Ranges and MARS/CAP Use

Specification of operational frequency bands and guidelines for MARS/CAP use.

Warning Lights and Indicators

Interconnection Wiring Diagram

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Meter, Band Select, and ALC Controls

Functions of the multimeter, band select knob, and ALC set control.

Switches and Alarm Indicators

Operation of power, standby, and alarm indicator lights.

Back Panel Connections

Power Input and ALC Ports

Details on connecting the power supply and optional ALC.

Back Panel Port Functions

RF, Relay, GND, and Interface Ports

Functions of RF input/output, relay, ground, and radio interface ports.

Remote and Key Loop Connectors

Use of RJ45 remote connectors and key loop jack.

Initial Operation Procedures

Pre-Operation Checks and Initial Setup

Verifying connections, powering on, and setting basic controls.

Amplifier Operation and Adjustment

Low Power Testing and ALC Calibration

Performing low-power tests and adjusting ALC for optimal performance.

Power Supply Voltage Settings

ALS-600PS Configuration Guide

Table and instructions for setting line voltage on the ALS-600PS.

Amplifier Overviews and Operation

ALS-600SPS Voltage Settings and Functional Summary

Instructions for ALS-600SPS voltage and an overview of ALS-606 functionality.

General Operation Principles

How the amplifier operates across different bands and drive levels.

PA Amplifier Module Details

Circuit Board Descriptions

Filter, Bandswitch, and Control Boards

Descriptions of the 1KWF6 filter, BSW3 bandswitch, and CB2 control boards.

Component Board Details

Metering, PA, Attenuator, and Interface Boards

Descriptions of MB2, PAM-606, PD8m, and RJ45 boards.

Relay and SWR Board Functions

Functions of the relay and SWR directional coupler boards.

Schematics Overview

1KWF6 Filter Schematic

Schematic diagram for the 1KWF6 low-pass filter board.

Bandswitch and SWR Schematics

Control Board CB2 Schematic

Metering Board MB2 Schematic

PA Module and Attenuator Schematics

Interface and Relay Schematics

ALS-600PS Power Supply Schematic

ALS-600PS Board Schematic

ALS-600SPS Switching Supply Schematic

ALS-600SPS Driver and AC/DC Schematics

ALS-600SPS AC/DC Section 2 and DC/DC Schematics

ALS-606 Limited Warranty

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