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Harris Maxiva ULX COFDM Series User Manual

Harris Maxiva ULX COFDM Series
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Maxiva ULX COFDM
Series Digital Transmitter
This manual applies to the following modulation types:
DVB-T/H
ISDB-T/H
FLO
CTTB
CMMB
TECHNICAL MANUAL
888-2629-200
Maxiva ULX COFDM Series
Digital Transmitter
Oct. 5, 2010
Rev: B
T.M. No. 888-2629-200
© Copyright Harris Corporation 2010
All rights reserved

Table of Contents

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Harris Maxiva ULX COFDM Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHarris
ModelMaxiva ULX COFDM Series
CategoryTransmitter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Introduction

General Description

Provides a general overview of the Maxiva ULX Series COFDM digital television transmitters.

Maxiva COFDM Series Transmitter Models

Lists available transmitter models and their specifications, including power levels.

Transmitter Control System

Details the transmitter's control system, including TCU, MCM, and PCM modules.

Transmitter RF Power Control

Explains how RF power is controlled via the Phase and Gain Board and TCU.

Graphical User Interface

Describes the GUI, its hardware buttons, and touchscreen interface.

PA Module

Describes the PA module, its amplifier technology, and weight.

Cooling System

Outlines the transmitter's liquid cooling system components and function.

General Specifications

Provides general technical specifications for the transmitter.

Section 2 Installation

Transmitter Cabinet Placement

Details the required clearances and steps for placing the transmitter cabinet.

Cooling System Installation

Covers the installation of major cooling system components like TCU and pump module.

Heat Exchanger and Pump Module Installation

Provides restrictions and recommendations for heat exchanger and pump module installation.

Liquid Cooling System Plumbing Installation

Covers installing supply and return plumbing, valves, and air purgers.

AC Connections Procedure

Outlines the procedure for connecting AC mains to the transmitter.

Initial Cooling System Turn ON

Describes the initial turn-on procedure for the liquid cooling system.

Heat Exchanger & Pump Module Start-up and Maintenance

Covers initial start-up checks and maintenance for the heat exchanger and pump module.

Final Cooling System Fill

Details the procedure for filling the cooling system with the final glycol/water mixture.

Install PA Modules

Provides steps for installing PA modules into the transmitter cabinet.

Initial Turn-On

Outlines the procedure for the initial turn-on of the transmitter.

Section 3 Operation

Transmitter Control Panel

Describes the front panel user interface, including touchscreen and hardware buttons.

Hardware Control Buttons

Details the functions of the hardware control buttons on the front panel.

GUI Home Screen

Describes the HOME screen as the primary operator interface for general information.

Drive Chain Main Menu

Covers exciter, pre-driver, and IPA control and monitoring on the Drive Chain screen.

Power Amp Main Menu

Displays current and forward power for individual PA modules in the indicated cabinet.

PA Faults

Lists all faults monitored in each PA Module, with active faults highlighted in RED.

Output Main Screen

Provides total system Forward and Reflected power, VSWR, and Foldback status.

System Main Menu

Provides overall status information and access to additional System screens.

System Fault Log

Lists all transmitter and system faults in the order they occurred.

System Setup

Sets system nominal power, center frequency, modulation type, and AC line voltage.

Section 4 Theory of Operation

Block Diagram Descriptions

Describes block diagrams and provides transmitter model numbers and configurations.

AC Distribution

Details the three-phase AC mains supply to PA cabinets and jumper configurations.

Transmitter Control System

Explains the advanced control system utilizing TCU, MCM, and PCM modules.

Transmitter RF Power Control

Explains how RF output power is controlled via the Predriver modules and TCU.

MCM Card

Describes the MCM card as the microprocessor-based controller for critical transmitter functions.

PCM Card

Explains the PCM card's role in monitoring, control, data collection, and connectivity.

PA Interface Card

Describes the PA interface card's role in connecting TCU, Predriver, IPA, and PA backplanes.

RF Pallets

Describes the PA pallet as a single stage of amplification in the Triton module.

RF Block Diagram

Shows a block diagram of the Maxiva 16 Module transmitter.

Section 5 Maintenance and Alignments

PA Module Removal and Replacement

Provides procedures for removing and replacing PA modules, including safety precautions.

PA Module Removal

Details the steps for removing PA modules while the transmitter is operating.

PA Module Installation

Provides steps for installing PA modules into the transmitter rack.

PA Module/Rack Alignment

Outlines the procedure for aligning the rack when module installation difficulty is encountered.

PA and IPA (driver) Pallet Replacement

Details the procedure for replacing PA and IPA (driver) pallets.

PA Module AC/DC Converter (PS) Board

Covers removal and replacement of the PA Module AC/DC Converter (PS) Board.

Power Calibrations

Describes power calibration procedures required after component replacement.

Forward Power Calibration

Details the procedure for calibrating forward power.

Reflected Power Calibrate

Establishes values for VSWR protection thresholds for foldback and fault events.

PA Cabinet RF System Removal

Outlines removing the cabinet RF system for access to backplanes, combiners, etc.

Section 6 Diagnostics

GUI System Log

Lists all faults that have occurred, including type, time, date, and status.

Maxiva Three-Strike Fault Actions

Explains the transmitter's response to repeated faults, including RF MUTE and OFF states.

Module Faults

Describes module failures that trigger a three-strike action, resetting only the affected module.

Fault Tables

Provides listings of transmitter faults, descriptions, levels, and actions.

PA and IPA Module Fault List

Lists faults specific to PA and IPA modules, including temperature and VSWR.

Power Supply Faults List

Details faults related to power supply units and AC mains.

Output Faults List

Lists faults related to the transmitter's output system, including VSWR and power levels.

System Faults List

Lists system-level faults such as ambient temperature, coolant flow, and safety interlocks.

Section 7 Parts List

Replaceable Parts List

Lists replaceable parts with part numbers and reference designators.

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