Amp Supply LA-1000 - User Manual

AmpSupply Co.
Limited Warranty
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facility w ill provide fre e o f charge both ports {except tubes and ftF output transistors} t/nd
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swwi the’ approximate dale 0/ purchase;
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protttift. Therefore, carcfuity read the Instruction Manual* This warranty does not apply to
any tie fe d that A m p Supply Co. determines is due to:
//> }mpro/h‘r maintenance <v repair, incittding the installation o f parts or accessories that do
not conform to the t/uafity and specifications o f the original ports.
f2) ViiitfSf, abuse, neglect or improper installation,
li) A c tridental or intentional damage.
A ti iniftiivd warranties, i f any, terminate orte 11} year fro m the date o f the original purchase.
The foregoing com tiiutes Am p S up ffy Co.rs entire obligation with respect to this product, and
the original purchaser and any user of ow ner shall have no other remedy and n& daim fo r in
cidental or consetpuntiai damages Sottte Uufrs do not alkxw limitations on how long an im 
plied warranty lasts or dm not aikrw the exclusion or limitation o f incidental or consequential
damages, so the above bmrtotion and exclusion m ay not apply ra you.
This warranty p m specific legal right t and yo v m ay also Ikuv other rights which vary from
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Amp Supply Co.
2071 Midway Drivp, P.O. Box 421, Twinsburg, Ohio 44087
(216) 425-2010* TLX 980131 WDMR

Summary

Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Duration

Details the product's warranty period, covering defects in material and workmanship for one year.

Procedure for Warranty Service

Outlines the steps required from the purchaser to obtain warranty service, including notification and delivery.

Warranty Limitations and Exclusions

Specifies conditions that void the warranty and limitations on remedies for defects.

Product Specifications

Operating Parameters

Lists frequency coverage, power input/output, QSK, and drive requirements.

Physical and Electrical Data

Details input/output impedance, intermodulation distortion, power requirements, tubes, and dimensions.

Safety Warnings

Cooling System Placement Advice

Emphasizes placing the unit on a flat surface to ensure proper airflow and cooling.

High Voltage Operation Hazard

Warns against operating the amplifier outside its cabinet due to fatal voltage risks.

Parts List

Component Inventory

A comprehensive list of components used in the amplifier, including their values and designations.

Tuning Procedure

Initial Setup and Warm-up

Steps for connecting the unit to a power source and allowing it to warm up before applying drive.

Plate Voltage and Exciter Tuning

Guide for checking plate voltage and tuning the exciter for optimal operation.

Keying Time Limit Caution

Important safety notice about limiting keying duration to prevent overheating.

Theory of Operation

Power Supply Functionality

Explains the transformer, rectifier, and voltage development in the power supply section.

RF Signal Path

Describes how RF signals flow through tuned inputs, QSK module, and transmitter lamp.

Interconnection Diagram

System Wiring Guide

Visual representation of how to connect the exciter, LA-1000, antenna tuner, and wattmeter.

Unpacking and Installation

Unpacking and Damage Check

Instructions for carefully unpacking, inspecting for damage, and retaining packaging.

Installation Steps

Details on unit placement, connecting RF output, exciter, and ground.

Schematic Diagram

LA-1000 Electrical Schematics

The detailed electrical schematic illustrating the amplifier's circuit layout.

Amp Supply LA-1000 Specifications

General

Brand	Amp Supply
Model	LA-1000
Category	Amplifier
Language	English