User Manual

Technalogix Ltd. TM-100 Modulator
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Electrical Service Recommendations
Technalogix recommends that a qualified, licensed local electrician be consulted
for the required electrical service. We suggest local electricians because:
• The personnel knows the local codes
• The personnel can be on site readily
• You are apt to get better overall support if you give what business you can
to local suppliers
Technalogix recommends that proper AC line conditioning and surge
suppression be provided on the primary AC input to the power amplifier. All
electrical service should be installed with your national electrical code in your
area, any applicable provincial or state codes, and good engineering practice.
Special consideration should be given to lightning protection of all systems in
view of the vulnerability of most transmitter sites to lightning. Lightning arrestors
are recommended in the service entrance. Straight and short grounds are
recommended. The electrical serviced must be well grounded. Do not connect
the unit to an open delta primary power supply, as voltage fluctuations could
harm the unit. Branch your circuits. Do not allow your lights, your workbench
plugs, and your transmitting or translating equipment off of one circuit breaker.
Each transmitter should have its own circuit breaker, so a failure in one does not
shut off the whole installation.
Antenna and Tower Recommendations
Your preliminary engineering workgroup should establish your antenna and tower
requirements, both for receiving and transmitting antennas. Construction of
sturdy, high quality antenna/tower systems will pay off in terms of coverage of
your service area, the overall quality and saleability of your radiated signal, and
reduced maintenance expenses. Technalogix provides complete turnkey antenna
systems if needed. Transmitting antennas can enhance or seriously impair the
transmitter output. It is assumed that one has been selected prior to system
installation, but the best-designed antenna system will function poorly if shortcuts
and compromises are used during installation. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions exactly, along with any engineering data prepared for the site.