ifi SMX100 Manual
Prepared by:
Instruments for Industry
903 South Second Street
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Phone: 631 467-8400
Fax: 631 467-8558
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL SMX100
HIGH POWER SOLID STATE AMPLIFIER
DOCUMENT NUMBER
SMX100MN
SERIAL NUMBER
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE
1.0 INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................4
2.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION...........................................................................5
2.1 AC Connection and Set-Up ................................................................5
3.0 WARRANTY INFORMATION.....................................................................6
4.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
4.1 Scope Of This Manual........................................................................7
4.2 General Specifications........................................................................7
4.3 Protection Circuits ..............................................................................8
4.4 Status Indicators, Controls and Connectors......................................10
4.5 Operating Instructions.......................................................................13
4.6 Data Sheets .......................................................................................17
5.0 PRINCIPALS OF OPERATION
5.1 Proper Usage And Warnings ............................................................18
5.2 Features Of The Amplifier...............................................................19
5.3 Level Control Board .........................................................................20
5.4 Optional Features..............................................................................20
6.0 AUTOMATIC LEVELING CONTROL (ALC )
6.1 ALC Features....................................................................................21
6.2 Leveling Using The "INT' Mode......................................................22
` 6.3 Leveling Using The 'EXT' Mode......................................................23
7.0 IEEE-488 INTERFACE OPTION
7.1 Introduction.......................................................................................26
7.2 Remote Initialization.........................................................................26
7.3 GPIB Address ...................................................................................27
7.4 Status Commands..............................................................................28
7.5 RS-232 Instructions ..........................................................................30
8.0 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
8.1 Periodic Maintenance .......................................................................31
8.2 Servicing The Amplifier...................................................................31
8.3 Equipment Return Procedure............................................................32
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LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE DESCRIPTION PAGE
1.0 SMX100 ILLUSTRATION............................................................................4
2.0 SMX100 REAR PANEL ILLUSTRATION.................................................10
3.0 FRONT PANEL DISPLAY START-UP MENU.........................................13
4.0 GPIB ADDRESS MENU .............................................................................14
5.0 MAIN MENU STATUS DISPLAY.............................................................15
6.0 TURNING ON THE AMPLIFIER...............................................................16
7.0 SMX100 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM............................................................19
8.0 ‘E’ FIELD LEVELING SET-UP..................................................................25
LIST OF APPENDICES
SECTION APPENDIX DESCRIPTION PAGE
9.0 A AMPLIFIER DATA SHEETS..........................................................33
10.0 B DRAWINGS PACKAGE.................................................................34
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SECTION 1.0
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wide Band Amplifier from Instruments For Industry,
Inc. Your new Wide Band Amplifier incorporates the finest advancements in state of the art solid-
state electronics technology available in a compact, portable and versatile package. Your Wide Band
Amplifier's quality, performance and trouble free operation depends on you thoroughly reading
through this manual and familiarizing yourself with its proper operation and usage.
Your Wide Band Amplifier comes with the following accessories, be sure to check your packaging
for the items listed below before disposing of the packaging.
CONTENTS
( For a typical Wide Band Amplifier )
Quantity Description
1 High Power Wide Band Amplifier, P/N SMX100
1 MS AC Connector
1 Operation and Instruction Manual, Doc. No. SMX100MAN
1 Amplifier Data Sheets (Included in this Manual)
FIGURE 1.0
SMX100 ILLUSTRATION
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SECTION 2.0
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Instruments For Industry, Inc. ( IFI ) manufactured SMX100 Wide Band Amplifier is a Bench
Top or rack mount amplifier providing 100 Watts of RF power from 10 kHz to 1000 MHz. The
SMX100 incorporates two frequency bands of operation identified as Band 1 and Band 2 which
provides the operator easy frequency band switching without changing the RF Output connections.
The Band 1 frequency range is 10 kHz - 220 MHz with Band 2 frequency range being 200 MHz to
1000 MHz. The minimum saturated output power over the entire operating frequency range is
typically more than 100 Watts.
The SMX100 features a Liquid Crystal Display ( LCD ) that displays continuous forward and
reflected power in four digit metering. The display also scrolls to provide the operator with operating
status and self-diagnostic fault indications.
The SMX100 is unconditionally stable and incorporates protection circuits that monitor and control
the VSWR input and outputs so the amplifier cannot be damaged by any mismatched load.
The SMX100 may be equipped with an optional IEEE-488 BUS interface, which allows the amplifier
to be remotely controlled through the use of as computer and a GPIB BUS, refer to Section 7.0 for
details.
IFI recommends all interface cables used be shielded and communication cables like IEEE, RS232
etc. be shielded and less than 3 meters.
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2.1 AC Connection and Set-Up
If your amplifier is equipped with a MS Connector for a power connection, the following instructions
will assist a qualified technician to wire the supplied mating MS Connector.
Determine whether your amplifier is Single Phase or Three Phase by locating the Serial Number
Label and noting the Phase (PH) identification. The Serial Number Label is located on the rear panel
of the amplifier.
Located near the Power Connector is a wiring illustration as pictured below. If the unit requires
Three Phase wiring, all pins illustrated are utilized, if the unit requires Single Phase, only the Pins
identified with the “Used on Single Phase” lines are utilized which are Pins A, D and E.
Note 1: Pin letters are case sensitive, should the provided connector
contain lower case letters, use only the upper case letters as shown.
Note 2: Wiring should be performed by qualified personnel and in
accordance to applicable electrical standards using the appropriate wire
colors, size and current considerations.
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SECTION 3.0
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Instruments For Industry, Inc. (IFI) warrants each product of its manufacture to be free from any
defect in material and workmanship for a period of three years from shipment to the original
purchaser. All warranty returns, however, must first be authorized by our factory office
representative. Refer to the Service Section for information on how to return items for warranty
repair.
Warranty liability shall be limited to repair or replacement of, or part thereof, which proves to be
defective after inspection by IFI. This warranty shall not apply to any IFI product that has been
disassembled, modified, physically or electrically damaged or any product that has been subjected to
conditions exceeding the applicable specifications or ratings.
IFI shall not be liable for any direct or consequential injury, loss or damage incurred through the use,
or the inability to use, any IFI product.
IFI reserves the right to make design changes to any IFI product without incurring any obligation to
make the same changes to previously purchased units.
This warranty is the full extent of obligation and liability assumed by IFI with respect to any and all
IFI products. IFI neither makes, nor authorizes any person to make, any other guarantee or warranty
concerning IFI Products.
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SECTION 4.0
GENERAL INFORMATION
4.1 SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL
This manual is intended to inform a qualified transmitter operator or technician of the normal
operating and maintenance procedures for the SMX100. It is not intended to be a course of
instruction for unqualified personnel.
4.2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
The specifications listed below represent the minimum performance characteristics at the time of
delivery. SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Response:
Band One: 10 kHz - 220 MHz
Band Two: 200 MHz - 1000 MHz
Power Output: Minimum 100 Watts
AC Source: 115 VAC, 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Gain: 50 dB
Input Impedance: Nominal 50 Ohms unbalanced
Output Impedance: Nominal 50 Ohms unbalanced
Input Signal Levels: < 0 dBm ( 1.0 mW ) See data sheet for specific input drive levels
Harmonic Distortion: -20dBc @ 60W
Duty Cycle: CW
Spurious: -50dBc
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4.3 PROTECTION CIRCUITS
The SMX100 is designed with a variety of protection circuits to provide safeguards for the amplifier
should any adverse electrical conditions occur or if the amplifier accidentally experiences operator
deviation of the design application. Listed below are the safeguards built into the SMX100.
4.3.1 Over Heat Protection
The SMX100 critical components are mounted to heat sinks, which are, in turn, air cooled by four
fans. Should an over heating condition occur, either through component failure or by a restricted
airflow, the SMX100 contains heat sensors that will shut down the system. As a result, the air inlet
and outlet openings should be free of obstructions for proper cooling of the amplifier. Operation is
restored automatically when the amplifier cools to normal temperature levels.
4.3.2 Input Protection
The SMX100 is designed to operate with less than a 0 dBm ( 1.0 mW ) input signal however, to
prevent overdriving the amplifier, the Input Protection circuit will activate if the input signal exceeds
3 dBm ( 2.0 mW ) and will automatically compensate for the increased input signal by reducing the
gain of the preamplifier. Even though the amplifier has an Input Protection Circuit, overdriving the
amplifier is not recommended; refer to paragraph 5.1.2 for more details.
4.3.3 Output Protection
The SMX100 incorporates a microprocessor controlled Output Protection Circuit which monitors the
Forward Power Meter indication and limits the output power. This feature protects the amplifier
from being over driven and causing damage to the power transistors.
It is important to note that this feature only operates when the Forward and Reverse Sample Ports on
the amplifier have 50 Ohm Terminations installed.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The SMX100 Sample RF Output connector must be terminated with the supplied 50 Ohm
load if the output is not being used. Should the SMX100 be operated without a termination
on the Sample RF Output connection will jeopardize the accuracy of the metering and output
protection; which are based on the Forward Power Readings, which may result in damaging
the amplifier and voiding the unit’s warranty.
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4.3.4 Power Supply Faults
The Power Supply Fault circuit monitors the 28 VDC, ± 12 VDC and 5 VDC power supplies and
produces a fault indication should any voltage level deviate from normal operating parameters. Each
power supply voltage output is monitored and displayed to indicate the power supplies are operating
within design parameters. Some units may have Green Status LED Indicators in addition to the
Controller Display. Should any power supply voltage deviate from the design parameters, the
corresponding power supply fault will be displayed
4.3.5 Mismatch Protection
The SMX100 is designed to operate with a tuned 50 Ohm load and should any mismatching of the 50
Ohm load occur, the Reverse Power, also called Reflective Power, will increase producing a high
VSWR. The SMX100 microprocessor monitors the Reverse Power levels by utilizing a Dual
Directional Coupler and begins to turn down the gain of the preamplifier when the Reflected Power
exceeds 40%. The Reverse Power is also displayed on the LCD Display for operator monitoring for
any mismatched load.
4.3.6 Short Circuit Protection
The SMX100 utilizes three different power supply voltages, + 28 VDC, ± 12 VDC and the
+ 5 VDC, each of the power supplies are designed with a short circuit and overload protection
device.
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