Specifications

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WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing.

Platinum VAX-C Series

Section 1

Introduction

1.1 Purpose of Manual

This manual provides important information for the proper operation and maintenance

of the VAX family of air cooled, solid state, VHF transmitters. Schematics and

diagrams are provided in an accompanying drawing package. This manual is written for

the skilled broadcast maintenance technician and assumes previous experience working

with RF broadcast equipment. The various sections of this technical manual provide

the following types of information:

• Section 1: Introduction, identifies the versions of the product available and the possi-

ble options.

• Section 2: Installation, details the procedures to receive, install, and commission the

transmitter for use, including initial start-up procedure.

• Section 3: Operation, describes operation of the equipment and is intended to be the

primary section referenced by operating personnel.

• Section 4: Theory of Operation, is included to help service personnel understand the

inner workings of the transmitter.

• Section 5: Maintenance, lists and explains alignments and adjustments that could be

required to maintain the transmitter.

• Section 6: Troubleshooting, included as a service aid to be used along with Sections 4

and 5 by qualified service personnel to identify and correct an equipment malfunc-

tion.

• Section 7: Parts List, a comprehensive listing of the components that may be replaced

in the field.

NOTE:

If a "customer-special" manual is included with a custom-built transmitter, the

information in that manual supercedes that contained in this manual.