3.1.6 Exciter Switcher (Optional)
Figure 3-19. Optional Exciter Switcher
SELECT: Selects exciter ‘A’ or ‘B’ via the optional exciter switcher.
MODE MANUAL/AUTO: Selects the mode of operation for the exciter switcher. When in Manual exciter selection must be done
manually. When in Autoadetectedexciterfailurebytheswitcherwill automatically switchtothealternateexciter. IfVSWRfoldback
is active, the exciter switcher will be held in the manual mode until the foldback is no longer active.
EXCITER A SELECTED: Indicates exciter ‘A’ is selected.
EXCITER B SELECTED: Indicates exciter ‘B’ is selected.
MANUAL SELECTED: Indicates the switcher is in the manual mode.
Table 3-1. Optional Exciter Switcher
Section III - Operation, Controls, and Indicators
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WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.