RF Concepts LLC PA-77DF User Manual
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DOCNUMBER 9500
Document Issue 1.1
February 2010
February 2010
Page 1–3
RF Concepts, LLC
Alpha 9500 Linear Amplifier User Manual
Product Release 1
Introduction
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Use proper lifting techniques and two people when moving the Alpha
9500. The Alpha 9500 weighs approximately 69 pounds when the
transformer is installed.
9500. The Alpha 9500 weighs approximately 69 pounds when the
transformer is installed.
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Although the Alpha 9500 meets international safety standards and
FCC regulations, remember that the equipment works with high
voltages that can be LETHAL!
FCC regulations, remember that the equipment works with high
voltages that can be LETHAL!
This operating manual holds information, cautions, and warnings that you
must follow to ensure safe installation and operation. Read Chapter 1
before attempting to unpack or operate the Alpha 9500. Failure to perform
procedures properly may result in amplifier damage, fire hazard, or
electric shock.
must follow to ensure safe installation and operation. Read Chapter 1
before attempting to unpack or operate the Alpha 9500. Failure to perform
procedures properly may result in amplifier damage, fire hazard, or
electric shock.
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IMPORTANT
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Never open the amplifier case without unplugging the unit
from the wall outlet.
from the wall outlet.
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Never stick objects into holes in the case.
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Never touch an antenna during transmission.
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Never attempt to turn on the amplifier without the cover
securely in place (all attachment screws reinserted).
securely in place (all attachment screws reinserted).
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Never turn the amplifier back on after a hard fault without
waiting at least 20 seconds.
waiting at least 20 seconds.
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Never press the ON (AMP) button after the amplifier faults to
power off.
power off.
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Never allow liquids to enter the amplifier through the cover
holes.
holes.
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Never cover or obscure the exhaust holes in the cover of the
amp.
amp.
1.4 Related Products
Other products available to enhance your use of the Alpha 9500 include:
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Alpha 2100 full-1500 W-rated 50-ohm dummy loads
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Alpha 4500 series SWR meters and wattmeters
For more information, go to www.rfconcepts.com or call 303-473-9232.
1.5 Assistance
Technical assistance from RF Concepts is available from several sources.