Specifications

Equipment Installation
Warning
For general operating and installation safety information, see the
“Owner’s Guide, MICOM-3E/3T/3R HF-SSB Transceivers”, Publication
6886867J01.
During installation work, strictly observe the applicable safety precautions
and local regulations. Do not work on the antenna system during
lightning storms.
Warning
Proper grounding is essential for your safety, and for good
communication performance.
Do not touch the antenna and the RF connectors while the
RM500/RM500R operates. During transmission, high RF voltages appear
at the RF connectors, the antenna cables, and on the antenna itself. These
voltages may cause severe injury or death on contact.
Make sure the antenna is not located near high-voltage lines.
All personnel must be familiar with the applicable safety requirements
before attempting to install or operate the RM500/RM500R. Severe injury
or death could result from failure to comply with the safety practices.
Caution
The RM500/RM500R is a two-person lift. Make sure that help is available
during the installation activities.
Installation Planning Guidelines
This section provides information necessary for planning the installation of RM500/RM500R.
Grounding
Failure to provide proper grounding will degrade system operation and cause RF voltage to be present
on the equipment chassis. A possible serious hazard to personnel could result, as well as equipment
malfunction.
Wide copper straps, as short as possible, must be used for grounding. These straps must be clamped
or bonded to a reliable, low-resistance grounding system.
Power Requirements
The RM500/RM500R requires AC power at a nominal voltage of 110 or 220 VAC, 50/60 Hz. The
RM500/RM500R will automatically select the appropriate voltage range. The AC power consumption
during high-power transmission is up to 2 kW.
A suitably rated circuit breaker must be used to protect the supply line to the RM500/RM500R. It
must also enable disconnection of supply voltage during installation and maintenance.
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