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ifi SMX100 - User Manual

ifi SMX100
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903 South Second Street
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
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Email: info@ifi.com
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL SMX100
HIGH POWER SOLID STATE AMPLIFIER
DOCUMENT NUMBER
SMX100MN
SERIAL NUMBER
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ifi SMX100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandifi
ModelSMX100
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

General Description

AC Connection and Setup

Provides instructions for qualified technicians to wire the MS Connector for power.

Warranty Information

General Information

Scope of This Manual

Informs qualified personnel about operating and maintenance procedures.

General Specifications

Lists minimum performance characteristics at the time of delivery.

Protection Circuits

Safeguards built into the SMX100 against adverse electrical conditions.

Status Indicators, Controls, and Connectors

Identifies and describes front and rear panel controls and indicators.

SMX100 Panel Status Indicators

Explains the function of indicators like Fault, Hi VSWR, RMT/LCL, and TOTL/OPRT HOUR.

SMX100 Controls

Describes the function of controls like Local, ALC Switch, Power ON/OFF, and FLT/RST.

Data Sheets

Explains the purpose and location of Amplifier Data Sheets.

Operating Instructions

Entering the GPIB Address

Details how to set the GPIB address using the control knob and RETURN button.

Turning ON the Amplifier

Explains how to apply power and what the initial display shows.

Principles of Operation

Proper Usage and Warnings

Covers controlling output power, input signal levels, and sample RF output cautions.

Features of the SMX100 Amplifier

Describes features like high gain, wide frequency range, and band switching.

Manual Level Control (Option)

Explains manual gain adjustment via a front panel potentiometer.

Optional Features

Describes optional features like the Interlock Feature for safety.

Automatic Leveling Control (Optional)

ALC Features

Describes the three positions of the ALC switch: 'INT', 'OFF', and 'EXT'.

Leveling Using the INT Mode

Details the procedure for internal leveling using the 'INT' position of the ALC switch.

Leveling Using the EXT Mode

Explains how to use the external leveling mode with a voltage reference source.

IEEE-488.2 Interface

Introduction to IEEE-488.2 Interface

Explains remote operation via computer using the GPIB interface.

Remote Initialization

Describes how the amplifier switches to REMOTE operation when a GPIB command is received.

GPIB Address Configuration

Details setting the GPIB address via the front panel control knob at startup.

Status Commands

Lists IEEE commands for amplifier function and status requests.

Request Amplifier Status (Power and Metering)

Lists codes for requesting power and metering status from the amplifier.

RS-232 Instructions (Option)

Provides instructions for connecting and communicating via the RS-232 serial port.

Maintenance and Servicing

Periodic Maintenance

Focuses on ensuring cooling vents are not obstructed for proper airflow.

Servicing the Amplifier

Advises against operator servicing, recommending qualified personnel for troubleshooting.

Equipment Return Procedure

Outlines the steps for returning equipment for repair or calibration, including RMA.

Appendix A

Amplifier Data Sheets

Contains specific data sheets measured for the amplifier.

Appendix B

Drawings

Lists various drawings and diagrams associated with the amplifier.

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