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HobbyPCB HARDROCK-50 User Manual

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Hardrock-
500 Assembly Instructions
Run 1 - 2020
Jim Veatch
WA2EUJ
30 August 2020
500 Assembly Instructions
500 Assembly Instructions
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HobbyPCB HARDROCK-50 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Range1 – 100 MHz
Amplifier TypeClass A
Input Power0.5W maximum
DC Power11-16 Volts, < 1.5 Amps Spec’d @ 13.8V
Bias Current400-450 mA
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
SizeDoes not affect the overall HR50 size.
WeightAdds about 6 oz.

Summary

Introduction to Hardrock-500

Advisory and Warning Guidelines

AC Voltage Safety Warning

Warning about dangerous AC voltages inside the unit.

Water and Moisture Hazard Precautions

Warning about operating in dry locations to prevent damage.

High-Level RF Exposure Hazard

Warning about high power RF exposure with covers removed.

Physical Handling and Safety Guidelines

Warnings about weight, sharp edges, and fan guards.

General Assembly Instructions Overview

AC Line Cord Connection Procedure

Instruction on connecting the AC line cord to the IEC connector.

Low-Pass Filter Assembly Inventory

Power Supply Assembly Inventory List

Rear Panel Assembly Inventory Details

Front Panel Assembly Inventory Parts

Chassis Pack Components Inventory

Large Item Inventory List

LPF Assembly Procedure

LPF Build Options

Describes directional coupler and ALC options for the LPF.

LPF Assembly Step-by-Step

General instructions for LPF assembly steps.

Toroidal Inductor Winding Tips

Guidance on winding toroids for the LPF.

Power Supply Assembly Guide

Power Supply Assembly Steps

Steps for assembling the power supply circuit board and components.

Rear Panel Assembly Guide

Rear Panel Assembly Steps

Steps for assembling the rear panel, including fans and connectors.

Front Panel Assembly Guide

Front Panel Assembly Steps

Steps for assembling the front panel, LCDs, and Arduino Mega.

Final Assembly of Hardrock-500

Power Supply and Front Panel Integration

Mounts power supply and front panel, connects ribbon cable.

LPF, Rear Panel, and Wiring Connections

Mounts LPF, rear panel, connects power and fan wires.

Internal Cable Management

Manages internal ribbon and 12V cables.

RF Jumper and Heatsink Assembly

Installs RF jumpers, heatsink, MOSFETs, and amplifier cables.

Setting the Bias for Operation

Prerequisites and Initial Power-On

Conditions before bias setting and initial power-up.

Menu Navigation and Bias Adjustment

Accessing menu and adjusting bias levels.

Appendix A: AN-1819 Component Inventory

Appendix B: AN-1819 Assembly Instructions

AN1819 Board Preparation Steps

Trimming leads and preparing T1 core on the AN1819 board.

T1 and T2 Winding and Installation Guide

Winding and installing toroidal components T1 and T2.

T3 Coax Preparation and Installation Guide

Preparing and installing coax for T3.

AN1819 Component Installation

Installing C3, U1, and R13 on the AN1819 board.