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Nautel NX10 AM Preinstallation Manual

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    1: pre-installation manual nx5 am t ransmitter document id: nhb-nx05-pre version: 0.1 issue date: 2015-08-01 status: preliminary.

  • Page 3: Contact Information

    Version 0.1 2015-08-01 page iii nx5 pre-installation manual contact information nautel limited 10089 peggy’s cove road hackett’s cove, ns canada b3z 3j4 toll free: +1.877.6nautel (662.8835) (canada & usa only) or phone: +1.902.823.3900 or fax: +1.902.823.3183 nautel inc. 201 target industrial circle...

  • Page 5: Contents

    Nx5 pre-installation manual table of contents version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.V contents contact information 1.Iii release control record 1.Ix about this manual 1.Xi technical support 1.Xi nx5 transmitter manuals 1.Xii nautel website / online resources 1.Xii about safety 1.Xv electrical hazards 1.Xv l...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual table of contents page 1.Vi version 0.1 2015-08-01 physical requirements 1.3.1 selecting a location for the transmitter 1.3.1 preparing to move the transmitter into place 1.3.2 weight 1.3.2 dimensions 1.3.2 clearances 1.3.3 cooling requirements 1.4.1 air flow 1.4.1 coolin...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual table of contents version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.Vii planning control/monitor connections 1.8.1 front panel ui control 1.8.2 remote control 1.8.2 external system interlock 1.8.2 external pdm inhibit 1.8.2 remote inputs 1.8.3 remote outputs 1.8.8 analog outputs 1.8.11 web b...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual table of contents page 1.Viii version 0.1 2015-08-01.

  • Page 9: Release Control Record

    Nx5 pre-installation manual version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.Ix release control record issue date reason 0.1 2015-08-01 initial release of manual. Supports nx5 hardware nara66. Supports nx sw version 4. 5 and higher..

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual page 1.X version 0.1 2015-08-01.

  • Page 11: About This Manual

    Nx5 pre-installation manual version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.Xi about this manual technical support nautel offers technical support to customers over the internet and by telephone. Nautel’s customer support team will answer your questions and work with you to identify and resolve problems. For 24-hour ...

  • Page 12: Nx5 Transmitter Manuals

    Nx5 pre-installation manual page 1.Xii version 0.1 2015-08-01 nx5 transmitter manuals the nx5 documentation suite includes the following documents: volume 1, nx5 pre-installation (pre) manual provides instructions and reference information needed when planning and preparing for the installation of a...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.Xiii figure 1.3.1: accessing the nug documentation: online and printed the website’s nug section provides online access to all the documentation for your nx5, including any quick-guides for associated transmitter options. Documentation is pro...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual page 1.Xiv version 0.1 2015-08-01 to quickly find a specific section, click the section in the pdf file’s bookmarks list. When using printed documents: to find keywords, go to the index section at the end of the manual. To find a specific term, go to the list of terms sec...

  • Page 15: About Safety

    Nx5 pre-installation manual version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.Xv about safety all nautel transmitters are designed to meet the requirements of en60215, safety requirements for radio transmitters. The philosophy of en60215 is that the removal of any cover or panel that can only be opened using a tool is ...

  • Page 16: Lightning Hazards

    Nx5 pre-installation manual page 1.Xvi version 0.1 2015-08-01 lightning hazards before opening the transmitter and touching internal parts, remove and solidly ground the antenna connection. Rf hazards a serious rf hazard and very high voltages exist in the vicinity of the antenna and its networks du...

  • Page 17: Safety Precautions

    Nx5 pre-installation manual version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.Xvii safety precautions this section provides very important information about protecting the safety of personnel and equipment: personal safety - see page xvii site safety - see page xviii equipment safety - see page xx personal safety train...

  • Page 18: Site Safety

    Nx5 pre-installation manual page 1.Xviii version 0.1 2015-08-01 voltage awareness ensure that all personnel that are able to access areas with high voltage circuits or high field strengths are aware of the hazards associated with high voltage. Cover the following topics: high voltage or high field s...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.Xix qualifying site personnel make sure that personnel who have access to the site are qualified to work around electronics and high voltage systems. Ac power protection you should take steps to protect equipment from surges (over-voltage spi...

  • Page 20: Equipment Safety

    Nx5 pre-installation manual page 1.Xx version 0.1 2015-08-01 ac disconnect switch safe operation of the transmitter requires an ac disconnect switch. Lock the ac disconnect switch in the disconnected (open) position during the installation process. Equipment safety electrostatic protection the trans...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.Xxi earthquake protection if the transmitter site is in a region that experiences any noticeable earthquake activity, take steps to prevent the transmitter from shifting or rocking during an earthquake. Even during minor earthquakes, rocking ...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual page 1.Xxii version 0.1 2015-08-01.

  • Page 23: Section 1.1: Description

    Nx5 pre-installation manual description version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.1.1 section 1.1: description this section provides a basic description of the nx5 transmitter and includes the following topics: capabilities options - see page 1.1.3 capabilities power the nx5 is capable (with 130% positive peak ...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual description page 1.1.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 remote control and monitoring the nx5 has several remote control and monitoring options that allow you to monitor critical parameters of transmitter operation and control common functions, such as power output and exciter sele...

  • Page 25: Options

    Nx5 pre-installation manual description version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.1.3 options the following options are available for purchase for your nx5. Inform nautel of your intention to use any of these options prior to purchasing your transmitter to allow factory configuration and testing. Standby excite...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual description page 1.1.4 version 0.1 2015-08-01 key-controlled access system for additional safety, the nx5 can be configured to use a key-controlled access system. This system uses an ac disconnect switch, antenna ground switch and a key system to prevent unsafe access to ...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual pre-installation tasks version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.2.1 section 1.2: pre-installation tasks this section provides a list of tasks that you must perform prior to delivery and installation of the nx5 transmitter. To prepare for installation of an nx5 transmitter, perform t...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual pre-installation tasks page 1.2.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 8. Install lightning protection on the antenna tower. Refer to nautel’s recommendations for transmitter site preparation manual. 9. Place a work area with a clear table surface near the transmitter location. Provide...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.2.3 figure 1.2.1: nx5 pre-installation guide front view required clearances front: 1.2 m (4 ft) rear: 1.2 m (4 ft) sides: 0 m (0 ft) top: 1.2 m (4 ft) weight uncrated: 261 kg (573 lbs) crated: 317 kg (696 lbs) note: weight includes the power ...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual physical requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.3.1 section 1.3: physical requirements this section provides physical specifications for the nx5 transmitter and its components, and lists physical site requirements. This section includes the following topics: selecting...

  • Page 31: Weight

    Nx5 pre-installation manual physical requirements page 1.3.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 preparing to move the transmitter into place the nx5 is designed for ease of movement into its final position. Consider the following when planning your installation: an integrated pallet at the bottom of the cabinet...

  • Page 32: Clearances

    Nx5 pre-installation manual physical requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.3.3 clearances the required minimum clearances for the transmitter cabinet are 1.2 m (4.0 feet) at the front and rear to allow for the swing of the front and rear doors and 1.2 m (4.0 feet) on top of the cabinet to allow...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual physical requirements page 1.3.4 version 0.1 2015-08-01 figure 1.3.1: nx5 top view front dimensions in inches (mm) optional air intake duct under rear cover (see dimensions below) air exhaust.

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual physical requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.3.5 figure 1.3.2: nx5 top view (with door swing) front dimensions in inches (mm).

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual physical requirements page 1.3.6 version 0.1 2015-08-01 figure 1.3.3: nx5 front view dimensions in inches (mm) dress panel removed to show integrated pallet opening and wooden skids dimensions of opening: 17 in (430 mm) wide 3.5 in (90 mm) high.

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual physical requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.3.7 figure 1.3.4: nx5 side and rear views dimensions in inches (mm) side rear.

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual physical requirements page 1.3.8 version 0.1 2015-08-01 figure 1.3.5: nx5 floor view (seismic anchoring hole dimensions) dimensions in inches (mm) seismic anchoring ensure floor support holes align with these four holes during final positioning. User provides 1/2-inch or ...

  • Page 38: Air Flow

    Nx5 pre-installation manual cooling requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.4.1 section 1.4: cooling requirements this section provides information about heating and cooling requirements for the nx5 transmitter site. Topics in this section include: air flow cooling - see page 1.4.3 heating - see ...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual cooling requirements page 1.4.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 figure 1.4.1: air flow in the nx5 transmitter.

  • Page 40: Cooling

    Nx5 pre-installation manual cooling requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.4.3 cooling do not allow the transmitter room ambient air temperature to exceed 50°c (122°f) at sea level. Cooler temperatures are recommended in order to improve the reliability of the transmitter. At higher altitudes, d...

  • Page 41: Heating

    Nx5 pre-installation manual cooling requirements page 1.4.4 version 0.1 2015-08-01 table 1.4.1: cooling requirements for the nx5 note: although normal program audio is generally equivalent to 50-75% continuous tone modulation, nautel recommends you design the cooling system for 100% continuous tone ...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual electrical requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.5.1 section 1.5: electrical requirements this section describes electrical power and electrical protection requirements associated with the nx5 transmitter. This section includes the following topics: electrical power ...

  • Page 43: Electrical Power

    Nx5 pre-installation manual electrical requirements page 1.5.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 electrical power the transmitter is preconfigured to operate from a 50/60 hz 3-phase, 3-wire plus ground, wye or closed delta ac power source. You select the specific voltage range when you order the transmitter. V...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual electrical requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.5.3 ac wiring when operating at 5 kw with 100% modulation by a continuous sine wave, line currents are approximately as shown in table 1.5.1 (for high-voltage transformers, 360 - 500 v ac) or table 1.5.2 (for low-volta...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual electrical requirements page 1.5.4 version 0.1 2015-08-01 ac wiring entry points top ac entry for top entry, ac wiring enters the transmitter cabinet through the right side of the top panel (see figure 1.5.1 ). There is a cover plate with a 3/8-inch pilot hole. You can pu...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual electrical requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.5.5 figure 1.5.2: stripping back multi-wire conductors (top entry only) 90 in. Minimum (top-entry) or 40 in. Minimum (bottom-entry).

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual electrical requirements page 1.5.6 version 0.1 2015-08-01 bottom ac entry for bottom entry, ac wiring enters the transmitter cabinet through the floor of the transmitter (see figure 1.5.3 ). Wires must be routed through a pre-planned cable trench in the transmitter room f...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual electrical requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.5.7 ac disconnect switch install an external ac disconnect switch between the ac power source and the transmitter. For safety, place the ac disconnect switch close to the transmitter and label it transmitter emergency ...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual electrical requirements page 1.5.8 version 0.1 2015-08-01 fuse/breaker trip time when selecting an over current protection device to use on the ac mains supply for the transmitter, follow the requirements of the local electrical code. In addition to those requirements, en...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual electrical requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.5.9 generator considerations nx transmitters have several characteristics that make operating on a generator non-trivial. An incorrectly selected generator could cause transmitter and/or generator instability and a deg...

  • Page 51: Station Reference Ground

    Nx5 pre-installation manual electrical requirements page 1.5.10 version 0.1 2015-08-01 station reference ground install a station reference ground that provides a continuous, low impedance path to the earth. Prepare to connect the transmitter cabinet's designated safety ground point (see figure 1.3....

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual rf output requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.6.1 section 1.6: rf output requirements this section describes requirements associated with the antenna and rf cabling to be used with the nx5 transmitter. Antenna considerations include the following: installing an ant...

  • Page 53: Antenna Feed Cable

    Nx5 pre-installation manual rf output requirements page 1.6.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 antenna feed cable maximum voltage the maximum voltage at the transmitter’s connection to a 50  load is 2.0 kv peak, when operating at 5 kw, with 140% modulation, at a vswr of 1.5:1. High voltage feed throughs be v...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual rf output requirements version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.6.3 bowl type bushings use bowl type bushing insulators to increase the surface tracking distance from the central conductor to the grounded periphery or wall. Insulator breakdown/damage insulator damage can occur durin...

  • Page 55: Antenna System

    Nx5 pre-installation manual rf output requirements page 1.6.4 version 0.1 2015-08-01 antenna system ensure that the antenna system meets or exceeds the standards specified in eia standard tr-101-a, paragraph 8(b) (see below for the specific requirement), with a normal impedance of 50 ohms at the car...

  • Page 56: Analog Broadcasting Inputs

    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning audio inputs version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.7.1 section 1.7: planning audio inputs the nx5 supports all current forms of am broadcasting. This section describes the requirements associated with the audio feeds to the transmitter. Analog broadcasting inputs balance...

  • Page 57: Digital Broadcasting Inputs

    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning audio inputs page 1.7.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 balanced (mono) modulating audio must be applied from an external source to the balanced analog audio xlr connector j9 on the control/interface pwb (a4). The audio source must be balanced, able to drive a 600  load,...

  • Page 58: Other Features

    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning audio inputs version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.7.3 other features the nx5 accepts the following other inputs: frequency synchronization signals you can apply a 10 mhz synchronization signal from an external source or using the optional gps sync pwb, which can be inst...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning audio inputs page 1.7.4 version 0.1 2015-08-01 figure 1.7.1: audio connections audio cable entry options a4 control/ interface pwb 10 mhz sync (j1b) a8 gps sync pwb (optional) aes2 (j8) balanced analog audio (j9) aes1 (j7) partial top view partial exciter panel (...

  • Page 60: Connections

    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.8.1 section 1.8: planning control/monitor connections this section describes the types of control and monitoring for the nx5 transmitter. Consider this information and plan for the necessary requirements (...

  • Page 61: Front Panel Ui Control

    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections page 1.8.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 front panel ui control the nx5’s front panel user-interface (ui) lets you locally control a number of transmitter functions and set parameters. For detailed information about the front panel ui, refer ...

  • Page 62: Remote Inputs

    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.8.3 remote inputs you can connect to ten remote inputs, which allow you to remotely control various operational characteristics of the transmitter. Each input is mapped to a control that is preset at naute...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections page 1.8.4 version 0.1 2015-08-01 option 1 - internal dc supply if you plan to use the transmitter's internal 15 v supply as the source for the remote inputs (1 through 10), the type of connections to the control/interface pwb (a4) are...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.8.5 option 2 - external dc supply if you plan to use an external dc voltage (12 v to 18 v) as the source for the remote inputs, the type of connections to the control/interface pwb (a4) are shown in figure...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections page 1.8.6 version 0.1 2015-08-01 table 1.8.1: remote inputs - selection options remote input name description logic control options rf on/off same as pressing the local rf on or rf off button. Tells the transmitter to provide (rf on) ...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.8.7 table 1.8.2: control/interface pwb remote input pins remote input control/interface pwb (a4) pin 1 j6a-1 2 j6a-14 3 j6a-2 4 j6a-15 5 j6a-4 6 j6a-17 7 j6a-5 8 j6a-18 9 j6a-7 10 j6a-8 ext. 15 v supply j6...

  • Page 67: Remote Outputs

    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections page 1.8.8 version 0.1 2015-08-01 remote outputs up to 16 remote outputs, that indicate either the presence of various alarms or the status of operator controlled circuits, are available for remote monitoring on the remote i/o-b (a4j6b...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.8.9 table 1.8.3: remote outputs - selection options remote output name description logic options remote enabled indicates the local/remote control status of the transmitter. Changes can only be made remote...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections page 1.8.10 version 0.1 2015-08-01 table 1.8.4: control/interface pwb remote output pins remote output control/interface pwb (a4) pin 1 j6b-1 2 j6b-2 3 j6b-3 4 j6b-4 5 j6b-6 6 j6b-7 7 j6b-8 8 j6b-9 9 j6b-11 10 j6b-12 11 j6b-13 12 j6b-1...

  • Page 70: Analog Outputs

    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.8.11 analog outputs the transmitter provides sample signals that let you monitor performance. The sources of these analog outputs are pre-defined and are not user-configurable. See table 1.8.5 for a list o...

  • Page 71: Web Based Control

    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections page 1.8.12 version 0.1 2015-08-01 web based control an ethernet port is available on the ethernet/usb connector (j3a) on the control/interface pwb (a4). This port allows a user with proper authentication to remotely control and interr...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.8.13 snmp control/monitoring snmp (simple network management protocol) is a request-response protocol where the client and agent communicate using binary packets. For nautel transmitters, snmp is used to c...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections page 1.8.14 version 0.1 2015-08-01 nautel phone home phone home is a system developed by nautel that takes advantage of the vast amount of data collected by nautel transmitters by proactively sending information to nautel via the inter...

  • Page 74: Control/monitor Cable Entry

    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.8.15 control/monitor cable entry control/monitor cables enter the transmitter cabinet through the right or left side of the top panel (see figure 1.8.3 on page 1.8.15 ). For each side there is a cover plat...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual planning control/monitor connections page 1.8.16 version 0.1 2015-08-01.

  • Page 76: Section 1.9: Parts and Tools

    Nx5 pre-installation manual parts and tools version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.9.1 section 1.9: parts and tools this section describes parts associated with the nx5 transmitter, and tools needed during installation and routine operation. Topics include: parts supplied by nautel parts not supplied by naut...

  • Page 77: Parts Supplied By Nautel

    Nx5 pre-installation manual parts and tools page 1.9.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 parts supplied by nautel ancillary parts kit an ancillary parts kit is shipped with the nx5. This kit contains hardware needed during the installation process. The kit includes toroids, spare fuses, screws and other miscel...

  • Page 78: Tools For Installation

    Nx5 pre-installation manual parts and tools version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.9.3 tools for installation the tools you need during transmitter installation include the following: digital voltmeter philips screwdrivers, sizes #1 and #2 pliers wire cutters slot screwdriver, 5 mm (3/16 inch) metric and imp...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual parts and tools page 1.9.4 version 0.1 2015-08-01.

  • Page 80: Pre-Installation Consulting

    Nx5 pre-installation manual pre-installation assistance version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.10.1 section 1.10: pre-installation assistance nautel provides a number of support options to help you during pre-installation planning and preparation: pre-installation consulting installation and commissioning se...

  • Page 81

    Nx5 pre-installation manual pre-installation assistance page 1.10.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 the customer has prepared the rf coaxial cable – used to connect the transmitter to the antenna – and installed the required connector. The customer has also installed the rf coaxial cable in place and connect...

  • Page 82: Online Documentation

    Nx5 pre-installation manual pre-installation assistance version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.10.3 online documentation nautel provides documentation online to customers, letting you familiarize yourself with specifications, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting prior to the delivery of your equipment....

  • Page 83: Extended Warranties

    Nx5 pre-installation manual pre-installation assistance page 1.10.4 version 0.1 2015-08-01 nautel training courses feature: limited class sizes to ensure maximum student participation and access to equipment emphasis on need-to-know, day-to-day knowledge labs that focus on the tasks most often perfo...

  • Page 84

    Nx5 pre-installation manual pre-installation assistance version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.10.5 details extended warranty plans must be purchased prior to the expiration of the original four-year warranty. One-year extended warranty plans add an additional year (12 months) of coverage after the end of th...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual pre-installation assistance page 1.10.6 version 0.1 2015-08-01.

  • Page 86: Section 1.11: List of Terms

    Nx5 pre-installation manual list of terms version 0.1 2015-08-01 page 1.11.1 section 1.11: list of terms this section defines some of the terms that are used in nautel documentation. Adc. Analog to digital converter. Aes-ebu. Audio engineering society/european broadcasting union (aes/ebu) is the nam...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual list of terms page 1.11.2 version 0.1 2015-08-01 shutback. A complete loss of rf output power, caused by any one of a variety of faults, including high vswr, low b+ voltage, high rf current, rf drive failure, external interlock or spark gap. Snmp. Simple network managemen...

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    Nx5 pre-installation manual document: nhb-nx05-pre issue: 2015-08-01 nautel limited 10089 peggy’s cove road hackett’s cove, ns canada b3z 3j4 toll free: +1.877.6nautel (662.8835) (canada & usa only) or phone: +1.902.823.3900 or fax: +1.902.823.3183 nautel inc. 201 target industrial circle bangor, ma...