Operations Manual MCL TWTA 350W Ku Band Model MX3000

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DESCRIPTION
DATE
E.E.
M.E.
Q.A.
ORIGINAL
3/18/96
TPC
BJD
JT
REVISED
9/18/96
TPC
BJD
JT
REVISED - MINOR CHANGE
10/2/96
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BJD
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REVISED
6/10/97
TPC
BJD
JT
REVISED
11/12/97
TPC
BJD
JT
REVISED - FORMAT CHANGE
4/27/99
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BJD
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REVISED - FIGURE CHANGE
9/20/99
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BJD
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REVISED - FIGURE CHANGE
12/29/99
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BJD
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DRAWN
Timothy P. Cornish
DATE
3/18/96
CHECKED
DATE
PROJECT ENGINEER
DATE
MANAGER, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Bart Dring
MANAGER, ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Timothy P. Cornish
Q.A.
James F. Teska
PRODUCTION
John W. Harrington
501 South Woodcreek Road

Bolingbrook, Illinois 60440-4999
DATE
3/20/96
DATE
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

FOR MT3000 TWT AMPLIFIER
3/18/96
DATE
3/20/96
DATE
3/20/96
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Cautionary Notice
While the Manufacturer has attempted to detail in this manual all areas of possible danger to
personnel in connection with the use of this equipment, personnel should use caution when
installing, checking out, operating and servicing this equipment, especially when power is on.
Like all electronic equipment, care should be taken to avoid electrical shock in all circuits where
substantial currents or voltages may be present, either through design or short circuit. Caution
should be observed also in lifting and hoisting equipment especially regarding large structures
during installation. Be sure to keep hands, loose clothing and hair clear of blowers during
operation and service.
The Manufacturer is specifically not liable for any damage or injury arising out of a workers
failure to follow the instructions contained in this manual, or his failure to exercise due care and
caution in the installation, operation check-out and service of this equipment.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY SUMMARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
DEFINITIONS OF WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
LIST OF HAZARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1.0
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.1
Local Meters, Controls, & Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.1.1 LCD Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.1.2 Main Power Circuit Breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.1.3 Switch Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.2
Serial Remote Panel Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
1.3
Remote Computer Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
1.4
1:1 Switchover Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.0
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.1
Unpacking the TWTA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.2
Repacking the TWTA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.3
Returning Damaged Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.4
Typically Required Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.5
Installation of TWTA Drawer into a Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.6
Computer Interface Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.6.1 Network Identification Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.6.2 BAUD Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2.6.3 Protocol Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2.6.4 Hardware Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2.7
Connection to the User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
2.8
Connection to the Switchover Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
2.9
Installation of Primary Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2.9.1 Standard Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2.9.2 Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2.9.3 KVA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2.9.4 Power Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2.9.5 Connector Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2.10 Cooling Duct Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
2.11 Clean-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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3.0
SYSTEM OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3.1
Operator Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3.1.1 Main AC Power Circuit Breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3.1.2 Membrane Switch Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3.1.3 Additional Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3.1.4 LCD Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
3.2
Turn-On Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.2.1 Initial Turn-On Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.2.2 Power-Up Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3.2.3 Delay & Standby Analog Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
3.2.4 Transmit Analog Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
3.3
Shut-Down Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
3.4
Operating Caution List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
3.5
Prevention of Excessive RF Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3.5.1 The Exciter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3.5.2 How to Limit RF Input Drive to the TWTA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3.6
Tube Degassing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
3.7
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
3.8
Optional Linearizer Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
4.0
THEORY OF OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.1
Power Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.1.1 Unregulated 450V Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.1.2 Control & Logic Module +5V Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.1.3 +15V Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.1.4 Blower +48V Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.1.5 Filament Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.1.6 Ready Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.2
DC/DC (High Voltage) Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.3
Control & Logic Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
4.4
RF Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
4.4.1 SSA Pre-Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
4.4.2 TWT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
4.4.3 RF Output Waveguide Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
4.5
Gain and RF Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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5.0
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5.1
Panel Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5.2
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5.3
Switches/Interlocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5.4
Cabinet Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
5.5
Internal Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
5.6
Extending Tube Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
5.7
Removal/Disassembly/Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
6.0
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
6.1
Equipment List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
6.2
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
6.3
Potentiometer Location & Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
6.4
Event Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
6.5
Test Fixtures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
6.6
MCL Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
7.0
SCHEMATIC AND ASSEMBLY LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
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LIST OF APPENDICES
APPENDIX A - 40A2044
Specification for MT3000 TWT Amplifier
APPENDIX B - 34A2531
Acceptance Test Procedure for MT3000 TWT Amplifier
APPENDIX C - 40A1527
HPA and Support Equipment Warranty Information
APPENDIX D - 40A1845
Customer Service Information
APPENDIX E - 46A0009
Extending Tube Life Information
APPENDIX F - 38A1578
Operation and Maintenance Manual for MT3000 Type

Control & Logic Module
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LIST OF FIGURES
Tube Warning Tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Figure 1
MT3000 Outline Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Figure 2
Reference Designator Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Figure 3
Cooling Interface Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Figure 4
RS449/485 Interface Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Figure 5
MT3000 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Figure 6
CLM Screen Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Figure 7
Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Figure 8
Power Level Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Figure 9
Analog Status Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Figure 10
Fault Status Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Figure 11
Set-Up and Security Code Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Figure 12
MT3000 General Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Figure 13
Power Distribution Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Figure 14
MT3000 Simplified RF Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Figure 15
RF Output & Gain vs RF Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1
Table 2
Table 3
Table 4
Table 5
Table 6
Table 7
Table 8
Table 9
Table 10
Table 11
Table 12
Table 13
BAUD Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
User Interface Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Switchover Interface Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Single Phase J1 Pinout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Common Soft Key Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Field Modifiable Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 - 45
Analog Status Nominal Readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Operating Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
EPROM Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Field Modifiable Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Recommended Test Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Control PCB Potentiometer Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
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SAFETY SUMMARY
The following are general safety precautions and instructions that personnel must understand and
apply during many phases of operation and maintenance to ensure personnel safety and health and
the protection of property. Portions of this information may be repeated in certain chapters of this
publication for emphasis.
WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS

WARNING AND CAUTION statements have been strategically placed in the text to emphasize
certain steps or procedures for the protection of personnel (WARNING) or equipment
(CAUTION). A WARNING or CAUTION once provided will apply each time the related step is
repeated, regardless of the number of times the WARNING or CAUTION is repeated throughout
the text. Prior to starting any task, THE WARNINGS or CAUTIONS included in the text for
that task should be reviewed and understood.
KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS

Operating personnel must at all times observe safety regulations. Do not replace components or
make adjustments inside the equipment with the voltage supply turned on. Under certain
conditions, dangerous potentials may exist when the power control is in the off position, due to
charges retained by capacitors. To avoid injuries, always remove power from, discharge, and
ground a circuit before touching it. Adhere to all lock out/tag out requirements.
DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJUST ALONE

Do not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another person capable of rendering aid and
resuscitation is present.
RESUSCITATION
Personnel working with or near dangerous voltage shall be trained in modern methods of
resuscitation.
COMPRESSED AIR
Use of compressed air for cleaning can create an environment of propelled foreign particles. Air
pressure shall be reduced to less than 30 psi and used with effective chip guarding and personnel
protective equipment.
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DEFINITIONS OF WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES ARE DESCRIBED BELOW:
WARNING
An operating or maintenance procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc., which if not

strictly observed, could result in injury to or death of personnel.
CAUTION
An operating or maintenance procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc., which if not strictly
observed, could result in damage to or destruction of equipment, or loss of mission effectiveness.
NOTE
An essential operating or maintenance procedure, condition, or statement which must be
highlighted.
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LIST OF HAZARDS
The operation of this amplifier may involve some of the following hazards, any of them could
result in serious harm to personnel if proper safety precautions are not taken.
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
Lethal Voltages up to 15,000 Volts are present in this amplifier when it is operating.
USE EXTREME CAUTION when inside the unit. When testing, always ground the
drawer chassis.
WARNING
RF RADIATION
Exposure to RF radiation may cause serious bodily injury possibly resulting in
blindness and death. Cardiac pacemakers may be affected. Always terminate
both the RF input and RF output, even during tests which involve no RF drive,
to avoid the RF hazard should the TWTA oscillate.
WARNING
BERYLLIUM OXIDE
The dust or fumes from Beryllium Oxide (BeO) ceramics used in microwave
tubes are highly toxic and can cause serious injury or death.
WARNING
IMPLOSION HAZARD
Ceramic windows from microwave tubes can shatter on impact or crack in use
resulting in injury from Beryllium Oxide dust or fumes.
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LIST OF HAZARDS (Continued)
WARNING
X-RAY RADIATION
High voltage tubes can produce dangerous, possibly fatal X-Rays.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES
Surface temperature of tubes and other air cooled ports can reach several
hundred degrees centigrade.
CAUTION
RF OVERDRIVE
The unit may be damaged by drive levels as low as -24.3 dbm depending upon the
settings of the system attenuator. Please apply RF with caution. Always
terminate RF input and output ports properly when AC power is supplied to the
TWTA.
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Tube Warning Tag
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INTRODUCTION
This manual contains information to allow the system operator to operate and maintain the MCL
MT3000 TWT Amplifier. This manual assumes a familiarity and working experience with high
power microwave RF amplifiers.
The MCL MT3000 is designed for long and reliable life under a variety of environmental
conditions. All components utilized in this system are conservatively rated and selected for high
reliability and maximum use of existing designs. Mechanical and electrical safeguards are utilized
throughout the system to insure safety of operating personnel.
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
This TWT amplifier contains a high power Traveling Wave Tube, solid state amplifier IPA,
various RF components, Primary Power Converter Module, High Voltage Power Supply
assembly, and a Control & Logic Module which controls the entire system. These assemblies are
housed in a 19-inch rack-mount drawer which has rear panel air outlet and side air intake for
cooling. The standard system is designed for 90 to 264 VAC, 50/60 Hertz, single phase, two wire
plus safety ground AC input power.
Figure 1 details the physical outline of the amplifier system. Also available for the system is the
optional MXR remote panel.
Figure 2 is the reference designator chart showing the various sub-assembly components of an
MT3000 TWTA system.
1.1
Local Meters, Controls, & Indicators
1.1.1
LCD Display
The display is an LCD-STN graphics display module. The dot configuration is 240 128. The
display and keyboard are used as the main interface between the operator and the TWTA. The
user can select from many different screens which one will be displayed on the LCD.
1.1.2
Main Power Circuit Breaker

The circuit breaker used has a power switch for main AC power into the MT3000. The circuit
breaker is located on the TWTA front panel.
1.1.3
Switch Functions
All control panel switches are part of the CLM membrane panel assembly. The membrane panel
assembly consists of metal dome membrane switches. The following switches are present on the
control panel:
Number pad [0-9]
Transmit
Local
Back Light - Turns On
Enter
Clear
Standby
Fault Reset
Remote
Computer
Six display select (soft) keys
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Figure 1 - MT3000 Outline Drawing
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Figure 2 - Reference Designator Chart
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LED Functions
The following LEDs are present on the CLM Front Panel.
Transmit (Green)
Local (Green)
Com Tx (Green)
+5V (Green)
1.2
Standby (Yellow)
Remote (Yellow)
Com Rx (Yellow)
+15V (Green)
Fault Reset (Red)

Computer (Yellow)
RF Inhibit (Yellow)
!15V (Green)
Serial Remote Panel Control

This interface is designed in such a way to supply to the remote panel status from, and control to
the MT3000. When the MT3000 is in the Remote mode controls from the Local panel & Remote
Computer will be locked out. The MXR remote panel is designed to operate on this interface.
1.3
Remote Computer Control

This interface is designed in such a way to supply to the remote computer status from, and control
to, the MT3000. The communications protocol is CSP [standard] or SA 7670 compatible
[optional]. The user can switch between RS232 or RS449/485, but not both at the same time.
When the TWTA is in the Computer mode controls from the Local panel & Remote Panel will be
locked out.
1.4
1:1 Switchover Network

For this option additional circuits will be added to the TWTA. The additional circuitry is defined
in 40A2106 Specification For 1:1 Redundant System MT3011. This will allow control of an RF
switch through the front panel of either MT3000 series TWTAs.
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INSTALLATION
The MT3000 system is shipped in a fully assembled condition. This section details the installation
procedure of the MT3000 system. Several steps in the installation procedure will require heavy
lifting and more than one person will be required. The installation personnel should have a
working knowledge of electronic and SatCom equipment.
CAUTION
It is recommended that a professional HVAC engineer consult on the

design of the air intake and exhaust ducts.
The prime power must comply with the specifications in Paragraph 2.9.
2.1
Unpacking the TWTA

Prior to unpacking, inspect the exterior of the packing containers for damage received during
shipment. If damage is present, contact the carrier that delivered the system and submit a damage
report. Failure to do this could complicate or invalidate a claim. Carefully unpack and remove all
items from their shipping containers and inspect the items further for signs of damage.
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage components with pry bars when opening

shipping crates. Do not use pry bars to extract components from crates.
Save all packing materials until inspections are complete. Verify that all items listed on the
packing slip have been received.
2.2
Repacking the TWTA

Use original packing containers if possible. Place unit in an clean, open work area. Cover any
open RF waveguide flanges with a plastic cap designed for this purpose (adhesive tape is not
recommended as it quickly deteriorates, leaving a residue on the flanges). Wrap the unit in heavy
paper or plastic. Use a suitable shipping container. Surround the unit in shock absorbing material
to provide a firm cushion and prevent movement inside the container. Do not allow any packing
materials to enter any drawers, enclosures or waveguide. Seal the container and mark exterior
FRAGILE Electronic equipment. Further packaging information is available from MCL
(request MCL packaging specification 34A2249).
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Returning Damaged Equipment

If the system must be returned, call the factory for an RMA number (Returned Materials
Authorization). See Appendix D, 40A1845 Customer Service Information for more
information.
2.4
Typically Required Tools
Allen wrench, 5/32

Screwdriver, #1 Phillips
Screwdriver, Standard 3/16
Screwdriver, Standard 1/8
Screwdriver, 3/8 Blade 8" Long
5/16" torque sensing open end wrench is recommended
5/16" blade screwdriver standard
Socket wrench set
5/16" wrench
3/8" wrench
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Figure 3 - Cooling Interface Drawing
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Installation of TWTA Drawer into a Cabinet

The following steps should be taken to insure that the MT3000 is properly installed.
CAUTION
Be sure that the cabinet is firmly supported during installation of

the MT3000.
1.
Position the MT3000 in close proximity to final installation rack (MCL supplied or other).
This will eliminate any unnecessary moving of the system.
2.
Locate slides in rack to allow the MT3000 to be installed.
3.
Make all RF input & output connections.
CAUTION
Be certain that all RF connections are secure and that there is a

load, or an antenna, connected to the RF output waveguide.
Failure to secure these connections will pose a hazard to operating
personnel and could result in malfunction of the equipment.
2.6
Computer Interface Set-Up

Before powering-up the system for the first time, find the set of rotary switches on the back left
corner of the CLM box. Remove the lid of the MT3000. The back panel of the CLM will now be
exposed. The communications configuration of the MT3000 must be set-up to match the
requirements of the master device.
2.6.1
Network Identification Switches

Two of the switches are labeled Low Address and High Address. This address is user
definable and must be made unique to only one (1) device (MK9000, exciter, 13099, 20087...) per
network. When the MT3000 is turned on you will check this address setting on the Main/More
screen.
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BAUD Rate
This switch is used to determine the MT3000s Computer interface BAUD rate. Table 1 lists the
possible BAUD rate settings available for serial communications.
Table 1 - BAUD Rate
ROTARY SWITCH POSITION
BAUD RATE
75
110
134
150
300
600
1200
1800
2000
2400
3600
4800
7200
9600
Reserved
Reserved
To set any of the above BAUD rates, rotate the arrow on the rotary switch to point the
corresponding number in the preceding table. Please remember to select the same BAUD rate
used by the master device. When the MT3000 is turned on you will check the Baud rate setting
on the Main/More screen.
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Protocol Selection
The fourth switch on the back of the CLM is used to determine which Protocol is used. Position
0 selects CSP and position 1 selects SA 7670 compatible.
2.6.4
Hardware Interface
The computer interface for the MT3000 can be set for either RS232 or RS449/485 but not both
at the same time. The MT3000 will be factory set to either RS232 or RS449/485 based on the
customer specified requirement on the PO.
If the wrong configuration was ordered the following steps will be used to change the
configuration.
1.
Remove the CLM from the MT3000.
2.
On the connector which mates with D16765-J7 (baseboard) has a jumper on it (lower left
corner of D16765 as you are looking at the component side with the front of the CLM
facing you). Change the jumper as follows:
3.
Pin 3 to pin 4 for RS449/485

Pin 4 to pin 5 for RS232
Reinstall the CLM but connect W5 (to J5 of the back panel) as follows:
To J2 for RS449/485
To J3 for RS232
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Figure 4 - RS449/485 Interface Wiring
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Connection to the User Interface

The User Interface (J6) has been supplied to provide the user a way to connect the MT3000 to
other overall system equipment. This interface is a 9 position D connector located on the back
of the MT3000. The signals available are listed in Table 2.
Table 2 - User Interface Wiring
J6
CONTACT
NUMBER
SIGNAL NAME
SIGNAL FUNCTION
RF Inhibit Loop Input
Open to Inhibit, Close to Enable
External Interlock Fault Input
Open for a Fault, Close to Clear
2
3
4
5
Not Used
2.8
N.O.
Com.
N.C.
Summary Fault
Output
Energized is no Fault
De-energized is a Fault
Connection to the Switchover Interface

The Switchover Interface (J7) has been supplied to provide the user a way to connect the
MT3000 to a Model D13188 switchover interface (or some other user supplied switchover). This
interface is a 25 position D connector located on the back of the MT3000. The signals available
are listed in Table 3.
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Table 3 - Switchover Interface Wiring

J7
CONTACT
NUMBER
SIGNAL NAME
SIGNAL FUNCTION
RF Inhibit Loop Input
Open to Inhibit, Close to Enable
This TWTA to the Antenna Input
+15V when on Antenna
This TWTA to the Dummy Load Input
+15V when on Dummy Load
This TWTA to the Antenna Output
Pulsed to 15V return for 500 ms
This TWTA to the Dummy Load Output
Pulsed to 15V return for 500 ms
Not Used
14
N.O.
Com.
N.C.
Summary Fault Output
Energized is no Fault
De-energized is a Fault
10
Second MT3000 Sum Fault Input
+15V when switchover should occur

(during a fault)
11
Auto Switching Input
+15V for Auto Switching On
12
Auto Switching Output
15V return for Auto Switching On
13
Not Used
15, 16, 25
+15V DC Output
17, 18, 23, &

24
15V Return
19
Not Used
20
N.O.
21
Com.
22
N.C.
RF Low Alarm Output
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Installation of Primary Power

Connect the prime power source of the proper voltage and frequency to the mating AC connector
supplied with the MT3000. The AC input connector (J1) is located on the MT3000 back panel.
In cases of multiple amplifier installations, each amplifier shall be provided with a separate
breaker.
Table 4 - Single Phase J1 Pinout
PIN NUMBER
FUNCTION
Line A (Hot)
Line B (Neutral)
Not Used
Safety Ground
A stud on the back panel has been supplied to connect system to a good permanent earth ground.
This stud supplies Safety ground to the whole TWTA internal system. A 1/2' thick braided
ground strap is recommended between the MT3000s #10-32 ground stud and earth ground.
NOTE
Prime power requirements are as follows:
2.9.1
Standard Voltage
90 to 264 VAC single phase, two wire plus safety ground
2.9.2
Frequency
47-63 Hz
2.9.3
KVA
1.5 maximum
2.9.4
Power Factor (min in Transmit)
0.95
2.9.5
Connector Type
4 pin male MS circular, mate supplied
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Cooling Duct Installation

See Figure 3 for interface locations.
Ducting of the exhaust air from the MT3000 is achieved by attaching a 5.0" Inside Diameter
(I.D.) flexible hose (McMaster-Carr P/N 5266K29) no longer than 12 feet in length and with no
more than six 90 degree bends. Any additional flow resistance (pressure head) from the blower
flange through the final exhaust port cannot exceed a value of 0.12 in H2O.
The air supplied to the unit must be maintained between 0C and 50C. The maximum must be
derated at 1.9C per 1,000ft of altitude (i.e. max temperature @ 3,000 ft is 44.3C). Operation
outside these limits will permanently damage the TWT. Check with local weather service to see if
heating or cooling of intake air will be required at any time.
In areas of high humidity, a danger of condensation buildup exists when unconditioned air from
outside the shelter is delivered to the MT3000 when the MT3000 is cold. The MT3000 should
not be operated when a temperature difference of greater than 10EF (5.5C) exists between the
input cooling air and the MT3000 ambient temperatures. Under these conditions, a condensation
check should be made before attempting a cold-start operation on the MT3000.
CAUTION
Make sure the top cover of the MT3000 is attached. The cover is
part of the cooling circuit.
2.11
Clean-Up
Make certain that all connectors are attached and tight. Remove all tools, packing materials and
reference materials.
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3.0
SYSTEM OPERATION
3.1
Operator Controls and Indicators
3.1.1
Main AC Power Circuit Breaker

Located on the CLM panel is the main power on/off switch. This switch turns AC power to the
MT3000 on/off.
3.1.2
Membrane Switch Functions

The following paragraphs give a brief description of the switch functions on an MT3000 Local
Panel. For a more detailed description see Appendix F, 38A1578 Operation & Maintenance
Manual for MT3000 Type CLM.
These control panel switches are part of the CLM membrane panel assembly. The membrane
panel assembly consist of metal dome membrane switches. The following switches are present on
the control panel:
1.
Standby
By depressing and releasing this button the Transmit Selected

Mode (TWTA goes into Transmit after delay) is canceled or the
MT3000 will go from Transmit to Standby. When the LED
window is illuminated the MT3000 is in Standby.
2.
Transmit
By depressing and releasing this button the MT3000 will go from

Standby to Transmit. When the LED window is illuminated the
MT3000 is in Transmit (HV On). When the LED is flashing the
CLM is in the XMT SELD mode (Transmit mode is imminent).
3.
Fault Reset
When the LED window is illuminated a fault has occur which has
taken the MT3000 to the HV off state. By depressing and releasing
this button the faults are cleared and the lamp is extinguished.
4.
Local
By depressing and releasing this button the operator at the MT3000

Local panel will be allowed to control the MT3000. When the
LED window is illuminated the Local has control.
5.
Remote
By depressing and releasing this button the operator at the MXR

Remote panel will be allowed to control the MT3000. When the
LED window is illuminated the Remote panel has control but Local
status is still enabled.
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Figure 5 - MT3000 Front View
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6.
Computer
By depressing and releasing this button the Remote Master

controller will be allowed to control the MT3000. When the LED
window is illuminated the Computer has control but, Local &
Remote status is still enabled.
7.
Back Light
After the LCD display back light has gone out, depressing and
releasing this button will illuminate the back light again.
8.
Soft Keys
The function of these keys will be redefined by the MT3000

firmware for each screen configuration displayed on the MT3000.
9.
Keypad
The keypad (0-9, Enter, & Clear) is used by the operator to input
various types of parameters which the MT3000 uses during
operation.
Additional Status Indicators

In addition to the LEDs embedded in the above function switches there is a column of status
LEDs on the right side of the CLM panel. The following LEDs are present on in that column.
1.
Com Tx (Green)
When illuminated this LED indicates the MT3000 is Transmitting a

message on the Computer Interface.
2.
Com Rx (Yellow)
When illuminated this LED indicates the MT3000 is receiving a

message on the Computer Interface.
3.
RF Inhibit (Yellow)
When illuminated this LED indicates the MT3000 PIN diode switch
is turned on shutting off the RF flow out of the MT3000.
4.
+5V (Green)
When illuminated this LED indicates the MT3000 +5V power

supply is within acceptable limits.
5.
+15V (Green)
When illuminated this LED indicates the MT3000 +15V power

6.
!15V (Green)
When illuminated this LED indicates the MT3000 !15V power

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LCD Display
The MT3000 display provides a series of menu driven screens (see Figure 6). This section
describes each of these screens and its operational buttons or soft keys.
On each side of the LCD display are three membrane buttons. They are referred to as soft
keys because they are not directly wired to a particular function (like the transmit, fault reset,
etc. keys found on the right side of the front panel). These six (6) buttons are used for multiple
purposes. The function the button will perform (for the current screen selected) is displayed
next to the button (on the LCD). Each display may have its own a set of soft buttons and
they define the functionality of that particular screen. The following sections explain each
screens purpose and how to use the corresponding buttons. It should be noted that certain soft
keys are only displayed if the unit is in Local mode.
NOTE
After roughly 2 minutes of inactivity, in any screen, the CLM will
automatically deactivate the back lighting.
The following paragraphs give a brief description of the screens display on an MT3000 display.
For a more detailed description see Appendix F, 38A1578 Operation & Maintenance Manual
for MT3000 Type CLM.
3.1.4.1
Common Soft Key Functions

On all screens where they are used, the soft key functions are listed in Table 5.
Table 5 - Common Soft Key Functions
LABEL
FUNCTION
MAIN
Exit current screen & return to the Main screen
BACK
Exit current screen & return to the previous screen
SEL
Used on menus to select the next screen and on Edit

screens used to select the parameter to edit
GOTO
Used on menus to display the next screen
EDIT
Used to change system parameters
INC
Used on Edit screens increase the parameter by 1
DEC
Used on Edit screens decrease the parameter by 1
HELP
Displays information on the current screen
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The Main Screen

The Main screen is the first and primary display (see Figure 7). From the Main screen, all
major functions can be accessed like:
PWR LVL, RF Power Level Control

ANLG STAT, Analog Status displays
FLT, Digital and CLM generated Fault log
SET UP, Calibration and system parameter Set-up screens
From this screen the operator can control the PIN diode switch, the optional switchover, and
the optional channel changer.
3.1.4.3
The Pwr Lvl Screen

The Pwr Lvl screen is displayed when the Pwr Lvl button is depressed on the Main screen.
Figure 8 illustrates the Power Level screen presented to the operator. From this screen the
operator can control the attenuator manually (Gain Inc & Gain Dec) or automatically (Sel
Auto Pwr).
3.1.4.4
The Anlg Stat Menu Screen

The Analog Status menu (see Figure 9) is invoked by depressing the Anlg Stat button on
the Main screen. From this menu the operator selects which group of MT3000 parameters to
display. When Goto is pressed the screen containing the selected parameters will be
displayed.
3.1.4.5
The Fault Status Screen

When the Flts soft key is pressed the Fault Status screen (see Figure 10) will be displayed.
If there are faults present in the MT3000 this screen is used to display the first six (6) faults
detected in the system in the center of the screen. From this screen the following functions can
be performed:
EVENT LOG, displays event log (first eight entries)

CLEAR LOG, erases all event log entries
PHONE HELP, displays MCL service center phone numbers
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Figure 6 - CLM Screen Structure
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Figure 7 - Main Screen
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The Set Up Menu Screen

When the Set up soft key is pressed from the Main screen a security code screen (see
Figure 11) will be displayed. The user must enter the correct security code to be allowed
access to all system parameters. If no security code or the wrong security code is entered the
operator will have access to noncritical (see the System Critical column of Table 6) parameters
ONLY.
NOTE
The default security code is 777, this is the code which will be
installed when the MT3000 leaves the factory.
The Set up menu is invoked by depressing the Cont button on the security code screen.
From this menu the operator selects which group of MT3000 parameters to display. When
Goto is pressed the screen containing the selected parameters will be displayed. Each Set
up screen is used for setting various field modifiable parameters like the trip levels for the
faults in the system. From these screens parameters such as date, time of day, fault levels and
time delays can be adjusted to the users specifications. See Table 6 for a detailed list of field
modifiable parameters as they are set from the factory for a typical MT3000 in this frequency
band. Consult the factory before changing System Critical parameters as the MT3000
calibration may be changed or a wrong setting could damage the TWTA.
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Figure 8 - Power Level Screen
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Figure 9 - Analog Status Screen
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Figure 10 - Fault Status Screen
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Figure 11 - Set-Up and Security Code Screen
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SYSTEM
CRITICAL
N/A
Seconds
UNITS
No
30
DEFAULT
Yes/No
5-120
LIMITS
Y to enable automatic reset & fault

counter. This will cause the CLM to
attempt to automatically reset faults and
put the TWTA back into Transmit. N to
disable automatic fault reset.
After the first fault the maximum amount

of time before the fault counter resets to
zero. Used only if Fault Counter enabled
(FP01).
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Fault Counter Fault Reset

Wait Time (See 38A1578)
Auto Power Set to Level
Auto Power % Regulation
FP03
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FP05
Watts
Seconds
N/A
03
0000
05
02
03-20
0000-9999
01-10
01-10
% of FP04 to which the CLM regulates

(AO00 & AI01) the output power. Auto
Power will use the larger of FP05 and
FP06 as the regulation window and is
limited to 0.1 db steps.
The center of the regulation window for

Auto power (AO00). 0 = Auto Power Off
(disabled).
Time the CLM waits from the beginning

of a fault RESET command and the
attempt to go back into Transmit. Used
only if Fault Counter is enabled (FP01).
Maximum number of times the CLM will

count a fault within the window (FP00).
When this number is reached the CLM
will latch a SUM Fault (HDO15) and will
not attempt to put the TWTA back into
Transmit. Used only if Fault Counter is
enabled (FP01).
The Fault Counter window size must be set by the operator as follows:
FP00 $ FP02 ( FP03 + FP18 + FP19 + 30 ms)
OR
FP02 # FP00/( FP03 + FP18 + FP19 + 30 ms)
Auto Fault Reset Retry Count
Enable Fault Counter and

Automatic Fault Reset (See
38A1578)
FP01
FP02
Automatic Fault Counter

Window (See 38A1578)
PARAMETER NAME
FP00
REF
NO
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Filament Delay
High Voltage Fault Enable

Delay
Class IV Fault Enable Delay
RF High Alarm Inhibit RF?
RF Low Alarm Inhibit RF?
RF Low Alarm Trip Level
RF High Alarm Trip Level
FP17
FP19
FP21
FP22
FP23
FP24
Change Flag Delta %
FP09
FP16
Auto Power Minimum

Regulation & Change Flag
Delta Minimum
PARAMETER NAME
FP06
REF
NO
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SYSTEM
CRITICAL
Watts
Watts
N/A
N/A
milliseconds
milliseconds
Seconds
Watts
UNITS
0750
0000
No
No
025
030
300
03
00020
DEFAULT
0002-9999
0000-9999
Yes/No
Yes/No
001-100
001-100
005-600
01-50
0002-1000
LIMITS
When the RF forward power [AI01] rises over

this level an RF high alarm will occur.
When the RF forward power [AI01] falls below

this level an RF low alarm will occur.
Y if and RF Low alarm should generate an

internal RF inhibit (HDO01). N if not. An RF
Low alarm will always be generated.
Y if an RF High alarm should generate an internal

RF inhibit (HDO01). N if not. An RF High
alarm will always be generated.
Delay time between the HV turn on (HDO02) or

turn off and Class IV fault enable (HDO05).
Part of Transmit/Standby timing.
The time delay from power up to standby (and

allowing the operator to switch between Standby
& Transmit).
% of the last reported changed value of a given

analog channel. The Change Flag logic will use
the larger of FP06 and FP09 as the change flag
window for AI01. See 46A0041.
Used at the bottom of the scale for AI01 as the

Auto Power regulation window. Auto Power
(AO00 & AI01) will use the larger of FP05 and
FP06 as the regulation window and is limited to
0.1 db steps. The Change Flag (SA compatible
communications) logic will use the larger of FP06
and FP09 as the change flag window.
Table 6 - Field Modifiable Parameters (continued)

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RF Forward Power [AI01] Full

Scale Value
RF Reflected Power [AI02] Full

Scale Value
Filament Current [AI05] Full Scale

Value
Helix Current [AI08] Full Scale

Value
Helix Run Current Trip Level

[AI09] Full Scale Value
Helix Surge Current Trip Level

FP35
FP38
FP41
FP42
FP43
Security Code
FP32
FP34
Invert Screen Video
FP31
Tube RF Drive Power [AI00] Full

Scale Value
RF Reflected Power Trip Level
FP26
FP33
Tube Over Drive Fault Level
PARAMETER NAME
FP25
REF
NO
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SYSTEM
CRITICAL
mA
mA
mA
mW
N/A
N/A
Watts
milliwatts
UNITS
100
050
050
05.00
0100
1000
250
777
No
0075
015
DEFAULT
010-999
010-999
010-999
05.0025.00
00102000
01009999
020-999
000-999
Yes/No
00102000
002- 999
LIMITS
The value used by software to calculate the

current value of AI10 status.






Three digit number which must be entered

to allow (unlock) adjustments of system
critical parameters (column three of this
table).
Yes is white background with blue

characters.
No is blue background with white
characters.
When the RF Reflected power [AI02] rises

above this level an RF Reflected fault and
Sum Fault will occur.
When the tube RF drive power [AI00]

rises above this level a Tube Overdrive
fault and Sum Fault will occur.

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Zero Offset for [AI13] High Voltage

Under Volt Trip Level
Zero Offset for [AI11] Cathode Voltage
Zero Offset for [AI14] High Voltage

Over Volt Trip Level
Zero Offset for [AI12] Cathode Voltage

Set Point
Zero offset for [AI10] Helix Surge

Current Trip Level
Zero Offset for [AI09] Helix Run

Current Trip Level
Zero Offset for [AI08] Helix Current
FP56
FP57
FP58
FP59
FP60
FP61
High Voltage Over Volt Trip Level

FP47
FP55
High Voltage Under Volt Trip Level

FP46
Auto Switching On?
Cathode Voltage Set Point [AI12] Full

Scale Value
FP45
FP49
Cathode Voltage [AI11] Full Scale

Value
PARAMETER NAME
FP44
REF
NO
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N
SYSTEM
CRITICAL
mA
mA
mA
N/A
UNITS
00000
00000
00000
00000
00000
00000
00000
No
14700
14700
14700
14700
DEFAULT
00.00032.000
00.00032.000
00.00032.000
0000032000
0000032000
0000032000
0000032000
Yes/No
0600020000
0600020000
0600020000
0600020000
LIMITS
FP61 is subtracted from AI08s

current value.

current value.

current value.

current value.

current value.

current value.

current value.
Determines if HDO00 is on.

Used for 30057 only.
The value used by software to

calculate the current value of
AI14 status.

AI13 status.

AI12 status.

AI11 status.
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION

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3.2
Turn-On Procedure
3.2.1
Initial Turn-On Check List
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All MCL TWT amplifier systems are ready to be activated when the following check list has
been complied with:
1.
The MT3000 is properly mounted in the cabinet and the cabinet is firmly bolted in place.
CAUTION
Make sure the top cover of the MT3000 is attached. The cover is
part of the cooling circuit.
2.
Ground strap (earth) attached to safety ground tie point in cabinet (lower rear).
3.
Appropriate AC input voltage and frequency source has been connected to the MT3000.
Check AC system voltages by measuring the voltage on the mate for J1.
4.
All waveguide flanges securely fastened together and input RF coaxial cable firmly
attached.
5.
All electrical connections double checked mechanically and electrically. The main AC
power connector should be properly connected to J1 on the MT3000.
6.
Air intake and exhaust properly installed. Make certain that the installation does not allow
air to recirculate between the input and output.
7.
The Main Power circuit breaker should be in the off position.
8.
The input RF drive source should be properly connected with its output set to minimum
and off (mute).
9.
If the User Interface (J5) and Switchover Interface (J7) are not used, the supplied cheater
plugs should be installed on the rear panel.
10.
Connect the Remote Panel & Computer Interface cables to the rear panel.
11.
Check that the exciter output is adjusted to minimum.
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3.2.2
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Power-Up Procedure
When the above check list has been completed, the system is ready for activation. To activate
the system, the following steps should be followed:
1.
Activated the Main Power circuit breaker, then check the voltage LEDs on the front panel
to be sure the logic power supplies are operational. Press the Local & Standby buttons to
verify that Xmt Delay is canceled. Check for the Delay indicator on the Main screen (the
Standby & Transmit LED will be off).
2.
Set the RF Inhb/Enbl control to the Inhb position.
3.
Hold the Gain Dec button down for until the attenuation level is 32.0 dB.
4.
Check for illumination of the Standby LED at the end of the warm-up cycle. This will be
five minutes when set according to Table 6. Remaining Filament delay can be displayed
by selecting the Filament Power Supply Analog Status screen.
CAUTION
Never activate transmit unless an RF load is connected to the

RF output.
Avoid operating the system in standby for more than 60 minutes.
See Appendix E 46A0009 Extending Tube Life Information for
more information.
5.
Insure that the RF input to this system is the desired frequency and that it matches the
TWTA tube center frequency.
6.
Depress the Transmit switch (HV On) to activate the high voltage. The Transmit switch
will illuminate.
7.
Check the readings on the Analog Status screens against those which were recorded at the
factory and supplied with the MT3000 test data. A discrepancy of 1 or 2 percent is
normal due to factors such as ambient temperature and AC line voltage variation.
8.
From the Main screen Enbl RF.
9.
Set the exciter output to RF On.
10.
Go to the Pwr Lvl screen and press Gain Inc slowly and very carefully increase the
system RF input drive until rated RF Forward Power (Consult the MT3000 test data for
the rated output power to be expected) is obtained from the amplifier system while staying
within the TWTA tube current and voltage limitations. Monitor the output reflected RF
power to insure that the transmission line is reflecting less than 10% of the output forward
power.
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11.
If the system reaches rated output before reaching maximum gain, it will be
necessary to further reduce the RF output of the exciter.
12.
If the system reaches maximum gain before reaching rated output power, slowly
increase the exciter output until the system reaches rated output power.
CAUTION
Under no circumstances should the TWTA be driven to an output of

greater than the systems rated output. This will result in
degradation to or possible immediate permanent damage to the
TWT.
13.
Once that the exciter output has been set so that the system reaches full rated output
with the MT3000 gain control set to maximum gain, the exciter output should be
locked in place by mechanical means or by way of a tamper proof seal. The MT3000
gain control should then be used in the future to make adjustments to the system
output power.
14.
Allow the system to thoroughly stabilize for no less than 5 hours.
15.
Check all meter readings to insure that parameters are within operational tolerances.
16.
On the Fault Status screen press the Clear Log button.
17.
If it is desired to have the system recycle into Transmit after transient tube faults, or if the
system is to be left in unattended operation, see the Fault Counter Operation paragraph
of 38A1578.
At all times during various activation phases, spurious faults may occur and can be immediately
cleared by depressing the Fault Reset switch momentarily and then releasing.
This completes the procedure necessary to bring the MT3000 TWT amplifier system into full
and complete system operation. The MT3000 TWTA transmitter system is now fully
operational and will stay functional until either operator shutdown or a fault condition is
detected.
If problems occur during the execution of this procedure, refer to Section 6.0 Troubleshooting
for diagnostic information, and/or Appendix D 40A1845 Customer Service Information.
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3.2.3
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Delay & Standby Analog Status

The analog status displays will read as follows during Delay & Standby:
Meter Readings (Warm-Up and Standby Conditions):
1.
2.
TWTA Filament Current

Tube Drive Power (while RF Enabled)
2.5 A nominal
10 mW maximum *
* depends on attenuator setting

All other meters should not be indicating at this time (due to the high resolution A to D circuitry
used a small amount of fluctuation may be present on various analog displays).
3.2.4
Transmit Analog Status

Upon activation of the Transmit mode of operation, the analog status displays will read as
referenced in Table 7.
Table 7 - Analog Status Nominal Readings
ANALOG STATUS
NOMINAL
READING
Filament Current
2.0 A
Helix Current
2 mA
Cathode Voltage
11100 V
Tube Drive Power
10 mW
RF Forward Power (rated)
630 W
Upon application of RF drive, the RF Forward Power, the Tube Drive Power, and the Helix
Current analog statuses should deflect according to the amount of RF drive applied to the
system and the amount of Attenuation adjusted into the MT3000.
3.3
Shut-Down Procedure
To discontinue operation of an MT3000 TWT amplifier system, the following procedure is
recommended for system shutdown:
1.
Remove the input RF drive to the amplifier system.
2.
Depress Standby switch until illuminated.
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3.
Let TWTA cool down for 5 minutes.
4.
Turn off the Main AC Power switch.
Under extreme emergencies, the operator may totally remove AC input power from the system
by simply switching the Main AC Power circuit breaker to the Off position. This shutdown
procedure is only for emergencies and should not be used under normal circumstances. If
problems occur during the shutdown procedure, refer to the Section 6.0 Troubleshooting for
diagnostic assistance.
3.4
Operating Caution List

Table 8 is a list of improper operating conditions. These conditions are to be avoided. These
are conditions which could damage the TWT amplifier system, and their probable sources.
Table 8 - Operating Cautions
SYMPTOM
ORIGIN
High or Low System AC Input Power or AC Line

Unbalance
a)
b)
Customer Power Source.

Continuous system operation with circuit breakers
bypassed (cheated).
High or Low TWTA Filament Voltage or Current
a)
b)
TWTA Tube Filament Supply D16800 Assembly.

bypassed (cheated).
Excessive Tube Drive Power
Overdrive on RF System Input or TWTA Gain

Adjustment Set Incorrectly.
Airflow Fault
System operation with blocked air intake and exhaust

ports.
Tube Temperature
a)
b)
Excessive Output Reflected Power Meter Indication
a)
b)
Non-Indication of Fault Parameter
a)
b)
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System operation outside the specified

environmental range.
bypassed (cheated).
System Output Transmission Line Connection and
Customer Waveguide/Load Incompatibility.
Operating TWTA with unterminated RF input or
output ports.
D16763 TWTA Interface CCA located in the
CLM.
Forced operation by defeating the fault
protection circuitry or control system (do not
defeat fault circuitry unless specifically
recommended by MCL).
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Any of these conditions indicate that a critical system parameter is either out of adjustment or
the fault conditions are no longer recognizable. If these conditions should exist, no further
attempt should be made to use the amplifier system until the defective circuitry or adjustment is
corrected. Of most concern to the operator is potential damage to the TWTA tube because of
its cost and the down time required for repair and/or replacement. Therefore, any parameter
relating to the TWTA tube should be analyzed immediately to prevent damage.
CAUTION
Failure to avoid above conditions will void warranties!!

3.5
Prevention of Excessive RF Input Power

As is well known, drive of all TWTA tube past saturation will damage the tube. Saturation is
the point where further input results in no further increase in power out.
It is requested that the user immediately investigate the possibility of overdrive in his
installation. Unfortunately, after a TWTA tube breaks it is difficult to get any one to admit to
an error of this type. If this possibility exists, the following is suggested:
3.5.1
The Exciter
The exciter output must be limited to less than or equal to 3 dB greater than the level required
to drive the system to rated output power. This level can be found on a warning tag attached to
the front of each unit as well as in the system test data.
3.5.2
How to Limit RF Input Drive to the TWTA
3.5.2.1
Rate Power no Attenuation

With attenuation at minimum, measure the amount of power required to drive the MT3000
system to rated power (this is also shown on the data sheet sent with the equipments. All
attenuators in the TWTA and TWTA system should be at minimum.
3.5.2.2
Exciter Adjustment
Set the exciter at this level and lock all exciter output adjustments permanently. Use devices
that must be removed to readjust output. Alternately, set exciter at maximum and insert
attenuation in the line to limit power available at the TWTA.
3.5.2.3
Exciter Label
If the exciter has an output meter, place label over this meter showing maximum output
permitted.
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3.5.2.4
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MT3000 Trip Levels

Go to the RF Parameters set-up screen and set RF H Alm Trip Lvl to rated power out (Do
not use saturated power out for this adjustment). Obviously, if you are using the TWTA at a
lower power out, continue to do so. If you do not exceed rated power out, you cannot overdrive the tube. For the RF High alarm to occur and prevent overdrive, you must Enable the
function. Go to the RF Parameters set-up screen and set RF H Alm Rf Inhb to Yes. This
will actuate the ability of the pin diode switch to remove the RF drive. User adjustable RF high
and RF low alarm trip points are included on the RF Parameters set-up screen. The RF low
set-point must be set above 1/100th of full scale for reliable operation.
3.6
Tube Degassing
See Section 5.0 Preventive Maintenance for procedures to prevent excessive cathode
emissions.
If spare tubes are going to remain in storage for long amounts of time it is recommended that an
MCL degassing station is purchased and used before installation.
3.7
Setting the Clock

To set the clock to local time from the Main screen press Set Up, then Cont, then Sel
until System Timing, then Goto, then More. The time set up screen (System Timing
Set Up) should be on the display. Notice the Set button. When the Set button is pressed
the clock will be set to the date & time currently displayed in the Edit window. Edit the hours,
minutes, and seconds to match local time (set the seconds/minutes ahead at least 30 seconds to
allow you time to get ready to press the Set button). If required Edit the date also. Press the
Set button, about one second later you will see the clock change. Press Main to return.
3.8
Optional Linearizer Adjustment

If the TWTA was supplied with the optional linearizer, it may be necessary or desirable to fine
adjust the linearizer for the specific application. The linearizer is preset at the factory to yield a
6 to 10 dB improvement in intermodulation distortion at an output power backoff of 4 dB for
two carriers spaced 10 MHz apart at mid-band.
If operating with more than two carriers, near the band edges, or at an output power backoff
other than 4 dB, a slight increase in performance may be obtainable with a slight adjustment of
the Phase control behind the accessory panel. The Phase Voltage test points may be used as a
reference during the adjustment. The factory preset Phase Voltage can be found in the MT3000
test data which was supplied with the unit.
The linearizer Mag control is set for the specific TWT characteristics and should not be moved
from the factory preset position unless the TWT is replaced. MT3000 Acceptance Test
Procedure 34A2458 should be used if it becomes necessary to perform a from scratch
linearizer set-up.
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4.0
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THEORY OF OPERATION
This section deals with the technical aspect of operating the MT3000 TWT amplifier system.
The unit consists of the subassemblies shown in Figure 12.
4.1
Power Distribution
The primary power enters the system through the J1 & CB1 and is supplied directly to Prime
Power Converter Module (D13191). The Prime Power Converter Module provides power
factor correction and AC to DC conversion for the MT3000. The following paragraphs
describe each of these outputs. Also see Figure 13 for an overview of Prime Power Converter
Module outputs.
4.1.1
Unregulated 450V Power Supply

This power supply is produced on C16839 Capacitor Bank CCA from the rectified & filtered
line voltage, then is used internal to the Prime Power Converter Module to produce all the other
MT3000 lower voltage power supplies. The Unregulated 450V is also supplied to the HV
(DC/DC) power supply from which it produces the TWT electrode voltages.
4.1.2
Control & Logic Module +5V Power Supply

The +5V for the Control & Logic Module is supplied by the D13191 PPC (see 32D3407). The
output and sense lines are routed through the MT3000 harness to the CLM. The sense lines
provide remote sensing for at U7 of D16765 CLM baseboard (32D3200) and the MT3000
harness to the CLM.
4.1.3
+15V Power Supply

The SSA, CLM, Linearizer, HV (DC/DC) power supply, & J7 switchover interface are all
supplied +15V power from the D13191 PPC (see 32D3407).
4.1.4
Blower +48V Power Supply

The +48V for the MT3000 blowers is produced in the D13191 PPC, (see 32D3407) and
supplied through the MT3000 harness to the blowers (B1 and B2 on 32E3406).
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Figure 12 - MT3000 General Layout
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Figure 13 - Power Distribution Block Diagram
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4.1.5
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Filament Power Supply

The Filament power supply AC input voltage is produced in the D13191 Prime Power
Converter (See 32D3407) and routed through the MT3000 harness to the D13192 High
Voltage DC/DC Converter (See 32D3389).
WARNING
The filament circuit is floating at the high voltage level, and extreme
caution should be used when servicing this assembly.
4.1.6
Ready Status
This signal is sent to the CLM and HV (DC/DC) Power Supply to indicate that the Prime
Power Converter Module is ready and DC power is available. This signal is generated on
D16842 Prime Power Converter Control CCA. When the output is energized the Prime Power
Converter Module is ready and when it is not energized there is a problem. When the output is
deenergized the CLM will report a PPM Fault.
4.2
DC/DC (High Voltage) Power Supply

The DC/DC HV Power Supply (D13192) converts the 450V unregulated input voltage to the
Cathode & Collector electrode voltages require by the TWT. The electrodes of the TWT are
directly connected to the DC/DC HV Power Supply (see 32E3406).
The DC/DC HV Power Supply (D13192) is controlled & monitored by the CLM. The
following digital fault inputs and analog trip level inputs are supplied to the CLM to be
displayed and processed there.
Helix Surge Current

Helix Run Current
High Voltage Under Volt
High Voltage Over Volt
The following analog status signals which indicate the current level of the electrode outputs are
sent to the CLM:
Helix Current
Cathode Voltage
Cathode Voltage Set To Level
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The CLM sends the following control lines to the DC/DC HV Power Supply (D13182-100):
Transmit (HV On)

Fault Reset
Helix Run Current Fault Enable
High Voltage Fault Enable
WARNING
Voltages hazardous to life are present in this drawer when power is

applied. Use extreme caution when servicing drawer interior.
4.3

For the Theroy of Operation of the CLM see appendix F (Vol II), 38A1578 Operation &
Maintenance Manual for MT3000 Control & Logic Module.
4.4
RF Chain
The RF Chain (see Figure 14 and 32E3406) consist of an SSA module, the TWT, and the
output waveguide assembly. The RF chain takes input power levels as low as !24 dBm and
amplifies them to output levels of approximately 55 56 dBm.
4.4.1
SSA Pre-Amplifier
The Solid State Pre-amplifier (SSA) is located on the right hand cabinet side wall near the
TWTA tube input. This SSA supplies an RF level of up to +22 dBm with a gain of
approximately 33 dB to the TWT.
The SSA has a built in PIN diode switch and attenuator which are controlled by the CLM. The
PIN diode switch when activated reduces the RF drive to the TWTA tube by 30 dB minimum.
The attenuator can be adjusted to as much as 30 dB of TWT input power attenuation. When
the attenuator drive voltage is 10V the attenuator will have 0 dB of attenuation, and 0V will
correspond to full attenuation.
The SSA has an output power monitor which sends a voltage sample to CLM analog input
AI00. This sample is then calibrate at the CLM (by R1 and FP33, appendix F) to correspond to
TWT drive.
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TWT
For information on the tube check the manufacturers information enclosed in the tube shipping
container.
4.4.3
RF Output Waveguide Assembly

The output waveguide assembly consist of a high power circulator (HY2) which protects the
TWT by controlling the load VSWR into the TWT output port.
The next component is an band-pass filter (FL1).
The last component in the waveguide assembly is a three port directional coupler (DC1). Port
#1 has a 39 dB reflected nominal coupling factor and through CR2 drives the Reflected Power
input (AI02) of the CLM. The sample is calibrate at the CLM (R3 & FP35, appendix F) to
correspond to the RF reflected output power at the MT3000 output flange. Port #2 has a
nominal 49 dB forward coupling factor and through CR1 drives the Forward Power input
(AI01) of the CLM. The sample is calibrate at the CLM (R2 & FP34, appendix F) to
correspond to the RF forward output power at the MT3000 output flange. Port #3 has a 52 dB
forward nominal factor and is connected to the output monitor port on the MT3000 back panel.
The sample port is factory calibrated before shipment.
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Figure 14 - MT3000 Simplified RF Block Diagram
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4.5
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Gain and RF Power Output

When gain is considered, it is necessary to differentiate between gain experienced when the tube
(or TWTA) is in the linear region and gain when it is operating in the saturated output power
mode. These two values of gain are called the Small Signal Gain and the Saturated Gain
respectively. A curve of RF Power Output versus RF Power Input for a typical TWTA is
shown in Figure 15 the saturated power output is the peak value of the curve. Rated power
output is defined as the guaranteed maximum power output and is usually slightly less (<0.5 dB)
than saturated power output.
The saturated gain is defined as the saturated RF power output divided by the RF power input
required to produce the saturated power output:
Gain
(Sat ., dB ) ' P (out , dBm ) ! P (in, dBm ) (1)
The difference between TWTAs and solid state amplifiers is that solid state amplifiers are
typically specified in terms of their RF power output at 1 dB gain compression. As shown in
Figure 15, the RF power output at 1 dB gain compression is less than the RF power output at
saturation. For most TWTAs, the saturated gain is 5 to 6 dB less than the small signal gain.
Small signal gain is typically specified as the gain when the RF power output is 10 dB or more
below the saturated RF power output. The small signal gain is then defined as:
Gain
(SSG , dB ) ' P (out , SSG , dBm ) ! P (in, SSG , dBm ) (2)
Maximum gain for the TWTA or TWTA system is, of course, when all variable attenuation is at
a minimum.
NOTE
The exciter output must be limited to less than or equal to 3 dB
greater than the level required to drive the system to rated output
power. This level can be found on a warning tag attached to the
front of each unit as well as in the system test data.
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Figure 15 - RF Output & Gain vs RF Input Power
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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
The MT3000 TWT amplifier system should be inspected on a three month basis for dust and
dirt accumulation. This is especially important in any area operating at high voltage. All
evidence of dust and/or dirt should be removed during the inspection process.
When the system has been shut off for any length of time, an inspection for moisture
accumulation and water buildup in the interior of the cabinet should be performed before any
attempt is made to activate the system.
CAUTION
Do not operate this system when excessive moisture is present in the

interior.
The following guides are offered to aid in the event trouble-shooting becomes necessary, and
for routine preventive maintenance.
5.1
Panel Lamps
The panel lamps are all solid state LED lamps and should never need replacement throughout
operational life of the TWTA. In the event of LED failure, remove all power from the system
and remove the front panel LED PCB from the CLM. Unsolder the LED and replace,
observing LED polarity. Reinstall the PCB, reapply power.
5.2
Blower
The blower in the MT3000 system are permanently lubricated bearing types and should never
require oiling or greasing. It is recommended that, on a six month schedule maximum, the
blower is inspected at both the intake and exhaust for any potential obstruction build-up.
Pressurized air can be used to free the blower of any dirt accumulation.
5.3
Switches/Interlocks
All switches, interlocks, and mechanical relays should be inspected on a six month basis for
operational integrity. Obvious switch and relay failures will be apparent from the normal
day-to-day operations, however, the interlocks, relays, and switches should be regularly tested
for electrical function. Testing can consist of simply opening a drawer to activate an interlock
switch in question to test its function.
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Cabinet Cleaning
Completely shut off all power at the system circuit breaker before cleaning. The external
surfaces are coated with a baked-on enamel finish to protect them against day-to-day abuse.
The finish will protect them against mild cleaning solutions. Use a mild soapy water solution, or
a diluted alcohol solution on a damp cloth to clean the panel. Avoid using an excessive amount
of cleaning solution as this could migrate into unwanted areas.
5.5
Internal Cleaning
With prolonged use, there could be an accumulation of airborne residue within the MT3000.
Shut off the system power. Dust off the MT3000 top cover. Remove the lid and use a stream
of compressed air to dislodge and remove any residue.
5.6
Extending Tube Life

It is not recommended that the MT3000 TWT Amplifier remain in cold standby (MT3000
Standby mode) for more than 1 hour. Prolonged operation in this state may cause permanent
damage to the TWT cathode.
It is recommended that if the MT3000 is used in 1:1 systems (or any other type of system)
where it will serve as a back-up TWTA carrying no traffic, that the MT3000 be left in hot
standby (MT3000 Transmit mode with the RF drive turned off).
See Appendix E 46A0009 Extending Tube Life Information for more information.
5.7
Removal/Disassembly/Replacement
5.7.1
TWT Replacement
The TWT manufacturer rates the tube life of the C-Band TWTA tube at a minimum of
25,000 hours. A more typical value seems to be 55,000 hours, which implies that tube
replacement would be required on a maintenance basis approximately every 3.0 years operation
in a given continuous mode. In order to remove the TWT, the following steps should be taken
in the order given:
1.
Remove RF input drive and place unit in Standby. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
2.
Switch off the Main AC power switch.
3.
Remove AC input power to the amplifier system.
4.
Remove MT3000 lid.
5.
Remove HVPS D13192.
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6.
Remove PPC D13191.
7.
Remove waveguide assembly.
8.
Remove blower assembly.
9.
Remove tube.
10.
Remove air flange gasket and bracket from tube for re-use on new tube.
CAUTION
Nicks and tool marks on High Voltage wiring may damage

insulation and be a cause of unwanted corona. Due to the weight of
this tube, assistance may be required.
This completes the removal procedure for the TWT. Again, it is extremely helpful to mark any
wires removed, noting any additional information to allow for more rapid reassembly. Also, use
extreme caution when working with the high voltage wiring as the solder points tend to become
brittle after extended usage.
5.7.2
EPROM Replacement Procedure

There are four EPROMS located in a CLM, one or all of them may need to be changed. The
EPROMS will be marked with MCL part numbers which determine which CCA they must be
installed in. Some steps of this procedure are skipped depending on which EPROMS you must
change.
Table 9 - EPROM Locations
EPROM NUMBER
LOCATION
45A0032
U5 of D16763, TWTA Interface CCA
45A0030
U1 of D16762, Local Interface CCA
45A0018
U8 of D16765, Baseboard CCA
45A0031
U3 of D16762, Local Interface CCA
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During this procedure you will have to lay the CLM front-panel face-down on a protective
surface that will not scratch it.
1.
Put the MT3000 into Standby and let it cool-down while you record all Field Modifiable
Parameters in Table 10. Also record the communications address & baud rate from the
Main/More screen.
2.
Turn off the MT3000 Main power switch then turn all AC power off to the MT3000 at
the wall breaker.
WARNING
The AC supply to the MT3000 must be turned off at this time, as

the main AC on circuit is always live on one side!
3.
Remove the MT3000 top cover.
4.
Disconnect the wires to the Main AC Power switch (first be sure they are marked as to
where they connect).
5.
Disconnect all harness connectors from the back of the CLM (first be sure they are
marked as to where they connect).
6.
Remove the six screws (two each on the left, right, & bottom) which hold the front panel
to the chassis.
7.
Gently tip the front panel forward until you can get at the three D connectors on the
back of the CLM, then disconnect them. Place the CLM on a bench face down.
CAUTION
Be careful not to scratch the LCD lenses in the membrane panel.

8.
Remove the CLM lid then the six nuts which hold the CLM chassis to the front panel. See
E30080, to aid in disassembly of the CLM. Separate the chassis from the front panel
(without putting stress on the interconnecting cables), lay the front panel face-down on a
protective surface so that it does not get scratched. Disconnect the four interconnecting
cables between the front panel and the D16762 Local Interface CCA.
9.
If you are only changing EPROMs on the Local Interface CCA skip to step 11. Remove
the D16762 Local Interface CCA.
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10.
If you are not changing 45A0018 on the Baseboard CCA skip to step 11. Remove the
D16763 TWTA Interface CCA from the CLM chassis but do not disconnect the three
ribbon cables from the chassis back-wall.
11.
Remove the old EPROMs (being careful not to mix them up) and install the new versions.
See assembly prints D16762, D16763, & D16765 included in the back of Appendix F,
O&M Manual for MT3000 type CLM, to aid in finding the EPROM locations.
12.
Set the address switches (two switches closest to the corner) on the back of the CLM to
the 0 position. Reassemble the CLM and reinstall it into the MT3000 by performing
steps 10 through 3 in reverse order.
13.
Reconnect AC power to the MT3000. For about 1 second turn-on the MT3000 Main
AC power switch, then turn it back off.
14.
Reset the CLM address back to its original setting. Turn-on the MT3000 Main
AC power switch. Now reset the Field Modifiable Parameters to the values recorded in
Table 10.
Table 10 - Field Modifiable Parameters
REF #
PARAMETER NAME
SCREEN
FP00
Automatic Fault Counter Window
Auto Fault Counter Set-Up
FP01
Enable Fault Counter and Automatic

Fault Reset
FP02
Auto Fault Reset Retry Count
FP03
Fault Counter Fault Reset Wait Time
FP04
Auto Power Set to Level
Auto PWR & Chng Flag Set-Up
FP05
Auto Power % Regulation
FP06
Auto Power Min Regulation & Chng

Flag Delta Min
FP09
Change Flag Delta %
FP16
Filament Delay
System Timing Set-Up
FP17
HV Fault Enable Delay
FP19
Class IV Fault Enable Delay
FP21
RF High Alarm Inhibit RF?
RF Parameter Set-Up
FP22
RF Low Alarm Inhibit RF?
RF Parameter Set-Up
FP23
RF Low Alarm Trip Level
RF Parameter Set-Up
FP24
RF High Alarm Trip Level
RF Parameter Set-Up
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PARAMETER NAME
SCREEN
FP25
Tube Over Drive Fault Level
RF Parameter Set-Up
FP26
RF Reflected Power Trip Level
RF Parameter Set-Up
FP27
Attenuation Level
FP32
Security Code
FP33
Tube Drive Power Full Scale Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP34
RF Forward Power Full Scale Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP35
RF Reflected Power Full Scale Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP38
Filament Current Full Scale Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP41
Helix Current Full Scale Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP42
Helix Run Cur Trip Lvl Full Scale

Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP43
Helix Surge Cur Trip Lvl Full Scale

Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP44
Cathode Voltage Full Scale Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP45
Cath Volt Set Point Full Scale Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP46
High Voltage Under Volt Full Scale

Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP47
High Voltage Over Volt Full Scale

Value
Analog Scale Set-Up
FP49
Auto Switching On?
FP55
Zero Offset for HV Under Volt Trip

Level
HVPS Analog Offset
FP56
Zero Offset for Cath Voltage
HVPS Analog Offset
FP57
Zero Offset for HV Over Volt Trip

Level
HVPS Analog Offset
FP58
Zero Offset for Cath Volt Set Point
HVPS Analog Offset
FP59
Zero Offset for Helix Surge Current

Trip Level
HVPS Analog Offset
FP60
Zero Offset for Helix Run Current

Trip Level
HVPS Analog Offset
FP61
Zero Offset for Helix Current
HVPS Analog Offset
CURRENT
SETTING
Power Level
Switchover Set-Up
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TROUBLESHOOTING
During the course of the service life of the MT3000 TWT amplifier, problems may arise and
failure modes may occur. This section will give the user information which will be useful while
finding and solving problems.
WARNING
It is important when troubleshooting this equipment that the

utmost caution is utilized since extremely lethal voltages exist in all
areas of this amplifier system.
6.1
Equipment List
Table 11 is the recommended equipment for use while troubleshooting an MCL MT3000 TWT
Amplifier.
6.2
Troubleshooting Guide
For general trouble-shooting purposes, Table 12 will allow the operator to isolate the problem
area to the appropriate assembly with a high degree of confidence. As each problem area is
identified, the most likely cause of the problem, the appropriate sub-assembly schematic and
assembly drawing is referenced for further diagnostic information. These schematics and
assembly drawings are located at the end of this manual. Recommend test equipment is listed in
Table 11.
The MT3000 has built in fault diagnostic information which will point the operator to a list of
potential problem areas for each fault. This fault diagnostic information where applicable
closely parallels Table 12. This fault diagnostic information can be accessed by selecting (by
pressing the Sel button) an event on the Event Log screen then pressing the Goto button.
The following procedures assume some knowledge of power supply and logic control
operation. A review of the Theory of Operation presented in Section 4.0 might be advisable
before attempting to service the MT3000. It is especially important to go a step beyond simply
replacing failed components to find and correct the underlying cause. The time spent in
performing a few simple tests before attempting a full power turn-on will be well justified.
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WARNING
High voltages are present in a fully operational MT3000. The cathode

and filament voltages are over ten-thousand volts. Since these voltages
could occur at locations and under conditions which are unexpected,
particularly if the unit is malfunctioning, extreme caution is advised.
Always make sure that the chassis is earth grounded (see installation
caution). Use caution in connecting scope probe grounds.
Table 11 - Recommended Test Equipment
ITEM
NO
QTY
DESCRIPTION
MANUFACTURER &
MODEL NUMBER
Fluke DVM
Fluke 25
Precision Divider
Fluke 80E
Power Supply
10 VDC @ 2A Adjustment
Resistor
1 ohm 5W Precision
HV (collector) Load
8k ohm @ 800W
Parallel Interface Test Fixture
MCL TD30200-707
Network Analyzer
HP 8722A
Power Meter
HP438A w/8481A
Calibrated Directional Coupler
10
Dummy Load, W/G
11
Coaxial Isolator
12
Think-Jet Printer
13
Coaxial Directional Coupler
14
10 dB PAD
Wheinchel 210-10
15
20 dB PAD
Wheinchel 210-20
16
Clamp-on Current Meter
Bell #GC-100D
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Table 12 - Troubleshooting Guide

POTENTIAL
PROBLEM
AREA
FAULT INDICATION
PRESENT
REFERENCE
SCHEMATIC
1.
No indication of
primary power.
32E3406
Primary Power Converter

Module (PPCM)
1.
2.
3.
No primary power being delivered.

Circuit Breaker (System Power) is open.
Connection at J1 not secure.
2.
Indication of primary
power but no power
supply LEDs illuminate
on the CLM.
32E3406
32C3241
Open CLM power con
1.
Check P2/3 & P6 of the harness

(32E3406).
3.
No standby indication.
32E3406
32B3254
1.
2.
Check for presence of faults.

Check for failed LED.
4.
Logic failed to go into

Transmit.
32E3406
32C3241
30D2554
32D3197

Presence of Fault
1.
2.
3.
4.
Check for presence of system faults.

Be sure MT3000 is in Local.
Check Membrane panel.
Check operation of U13 & U14 on
D16762.
5.
Transmit activated but

no voltage.
32E3256
DC/DC Power Supply

PPCM
1.
Ensure that 450 V is present at DC/DC.
6.
Transmit activated.
High voltage higher
than normal.
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32D3291
32C3289
32C3298
DC/DC Power Supply

TWT
Filament Power Supply
Analog scale (FP44)
1.
2.
3.
No high voltage to the tube, open wire?

Check for normal filament current.
Check FP44 value, see Table 6.
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POTENTIAL
PROBLEM
AREA
DIAGNOSTIC AREA
7.
Transmit On. Normal

Beam current
indication but no RF
out.
32E3406
32C3241
32D3198
TWT Tube
Solid State Amplifiers
DC/DC Power Supply
PPCM
RF Inhibited
1.
2.
3.
Check attenuator setting & operation.

See if Driver is producing RF output.
See if the SSA is receiving RF input
signal.
4. Check +15V to the SSA.
5. Check RF plumbing from MT3000 input
to tube input.
6. DC/DC Power Supply outputs.
7. Check for RF Inhb on front panel.
8. Check RF Inhibit from User input.
9. Check RF Inhibit from Switchover input.
10. If FP21=Yes, check for RF High fault and
the Event log for an RF High alarm.
11. If FP22=Yes, check for RF Low fault and
the Event log for an RF Low alarm.
12. Check RF Inhibit drive circuity on
D16763.
8.
Wont go from
Transmit to Standby
(Transmit LED off, HV
off, & Standby LED
on).
30D2554
32D3197
Standby Switch failed

D16762 CCA failed
MT3000 not in Local
1.
2.
3.
Put MT3000 in Local.

Check membrane panel.
Check operation of U13 & U14 on
D16762.
9.
Check TWTA BoardCLM Sum Flt.
32C3241
32D3198
32D3200
1.
2.
Check connections between CLM CCAs.

Check U2, U4, &U21 of D16765 for
proper operation.
Check U29 & U30 of D16763 for proper
operation.
3.
10.
Check Base BoardCLM Sum Flt.
32C3241
32D3197
32D3200
1.
2.

Check D16765 for proper operation.
11.
Check Local BoardCLM Sum Flt.
32C3241
32D3197
32D3200
1.
2.

Check U2, U4, & U21 of D16765 for
proper operation.
Check U17 & U20 of D16762 for proper
operation.
3.
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12.
Erratic operation.
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SCHEMATIC
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POTENTIAL
PROBLEM
AREA
Control Logic
Interconnect
DC/DC Power Supply
Failed membrane panel
DIAGNOSTIC AREA
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Ensure connectors are firmly attached to

their mating connectors in the CLM.
Verify presence of logic power.
Check for broken wires in inter-connect
harness cable assembly.
High voltage arc or corona is present
during XMT.
Check membrane panel.
13.
Helix Current trip level

exceeded.
32E3406
32C3241
32D3198
DC/DC Power Supply

Helix Supply Arc
Tube Arc
Analog Scale (FP43)
Control Logic Module
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Check RF Drive level.

Check electrode voltages.
Check for HV arcs.
Check trip level, FP08 of Table 6.
Check scale, FP43 of Table 6.
Check AI10 operation on D16763.
Disconnect the tube and run into resistor
load.
14.
RF Reflected power
trip level exceeded.
32E3406
32C3241
32D3198
RF Load
Waveguide Assembly
RF Sensor
Analog Scale (FP35)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Check VSWR of RF Load.

Check RF connections.
Check RF sensor for excessive output.
Check AI02 operation on D16763.
Check scale, FP35 of Table 6.
15.
Tube temperature fault.
32E3406
32C3241
32D3198
Blower
Tube
Temperature Switch
DC/DC Power Supply
RF drive
Interconnect harness
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Blower or 450V P/S has failed.

Check RF Drive level.
Check tube temp switch.
Check electrode voltages.
Check operation on D16763.
Check wiring between CLM & tube.
16.
Interlock fault.
32E3406
32C3241
32D3198
Open switch or wire

1.
2.
3.
4.
Check for loose top cover.

Check switch and wiring.
Check for open filament P/S connector.
17.
Airflow fault.
32E3406
32C3241
32D3198
Open switch or wire

1.
2.
Check switch and wiring.

18.
Tube Overdrive fault
32E3406
32C3241
32D3198
Solid State Amplifier

Analog scale
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Check MT3000 RF drive input.

Check scale setting, FP33 of Table 6.
Check the SSA RF output.
Check AI00 circuitry on D16763.
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POTENTIAL
PROBLEM
AREA
DIAGNOSTIC AREA
19.
RF Low Alarm.
32E3406
32C3241
32D3198
TWTA Tube
Solid State Amplifiers
DC/DC power supply
PPCM
RF Inhibited
RF FWD PWR scale
1.
20.
RF High Alarm.
32E3406
32C3241
32D3198

RF FWD PWR scale
1.
2.
Check RF Low trip level, FP23 of Table

6.
2. RF FWD PWR scale setting, FP34 of
Table 6.
3. Check attenuator setting & operation.
4. See if the SSA is producing RF output.
5. See if the SSA is receiving RF input
signal.
6. Check +15V to SSA.
7. Check RF plumbing from MT3000 input
to tube input.
8. Check electrode voltages.
9. Check for RF Inhb on front panel.
10. Check RF Inhibit drive circuity and AI01
circuitry on D16763.
4.
5.
6.
Check MT3000 RF drive input.

Check RF High trip level, FP24 of Table
6.
RF FWD PWR scale setting, FP34 of
Table 6.
Check SSA RF output.
Check AI01 circuitry on D16763.
1.
Defective monitor port on SSA.
3.
21.
Normal power out

indication but no IPA
power out registered.
32E3406
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Potentiometer Location & Function

Table 13 lists potentiometer located in the MT3000 system and their functions.
6.4
Event Log
The CLM will store all faults and alarms it receives or generates in an event log. The log will
contain the Event name, the day of the month, month, time of day, and year the event was
received or generated by the CLM. The Event log can be displayed on the front panel.
Stored in the log will be all TWTA faults, waveguide switch position change, Switchover mode
change, Transmit on, Standby on, and AC Power on events. The time resolution of the log will
be to the nearest second (1 second). When the event log is entered the most recent eight
events are displayed. The most recent event will be on top of the display and the oldest on the
bottom. By pressing More button eight events which preceded (older) the first eight will be
displayed.
When troubleshooting the event log can be used to determine generally what order events
occurred in (to the nearest second). Once the failure has been identified in the log use the Sel
button until the cursor is pointing to the failure then press Goto. Information will be
displayed to help find the source of the problem.
6.5
Test Fixtures
The following test fixtures are available for purchase from MCL.
TD20107-199
TWTA simulator for 20107 Control & Logic Modules Used to

troubleshoot problems with the CLMs TWTA interface CCA.
This can also be used to troubleshoot the MT3000 controlling
software (Earth station controlling software) when used with a
stand-alone CLM.
TD20107-499
Front Panel simulator for 20107 Control & Logic Modules Used
to troubleshoot problems with the CLMs Local Interface CCA.
TD30200-707
MT3000 Parallel Interface Test Fixture Used to verify operation

of the User & Switchover interface of the MT3000.
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Table 13 - Control PCB Potentiometer Functions

LOCATION
FUNCTION
R31
D16832
Helix Run Current Trip Level
R44
D16832
Helix Surge Current Trip Level
R5
D16832
Cathode Voltage Level Adjustment
R1
D16763
Tube Drive Power (AI00) Analog Status Gain
R2
D16763
RF Forward Power (AI01) Analog Status Gain
R3
D16763
RF Reflected Power (AI02) Analog Status Gain
R4
D16763
AI03 Analog Status gGin
R7
D16763
Attenuator Drive (AO00) Analog Output Offset
R8
D16763
AO01 Analog Output Offset
R1
CLM back panel
LCD Contrast
MCL Customer Service

MCL provides complete technical support on all MCL equipment, 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week. MCL can be contacted by telephone, as follows:
Direct Technical Phone Support
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Central Standard Time/U.S.A. 1-630-759-9500
After Hours Emergency Assistance
1-800-743-4MCL
1-312-461-4536
Domestic
International
For further information on MCL customer support see Appendix D 40A1845 MCL Customer
Service Information.
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SCHEMATIC AND ASSEMBLY LIST
43D1343
MT3000 TWT Amplifier Interface Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
32E3406
E30080
MT3000 TWT Amplifier Interconnect Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

MT3000 TWT Amplifier Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
32D3389
D13192-037-TAB
HV (DC/DC) Power Supply Module Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Transformer Rectifier Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
D16832
Regulation CCA Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
32D3407
D13191-050
Single Phase Prime Power Converter Module Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

PPC LRU Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
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43D1343
MT3000 TWT Amplifier Interface Drawing
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32E3406
MT3000 TWT Amplifier Interconnect Schematic
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E30080
MT3000 TWT Amplifier Assembly
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32D3389
HV (DC/DC) Power Supply Module Schematic
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D13192-037-TAB
Transformer Rectifier Assembly
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D16832
Regulation CCA Assembly
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32D3407
Single Phase Prime Power Converter Module Schematic
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D13191-050
PPC LRU Assembly
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APPENDIX A - 40A2044
Specification for MT3000 TWT Amplifier
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APPENDIX B - 34A2531
Acceptance Test Procedure for MT3000 TWT Amplifier
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APPENDIX C - 40A1527
HPA and Support Equipment Warranty Information
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APPENDIX D - 40A1845
Customer Service Information
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APPENDIX E - 46A0009
Extending Tube Life Information
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APPENDIX F - 38A1578
Operation and Maintenance Manual for
MT3000 Type Control & Logic Module
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MANAGER, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)

SCHEMATIC AND ASSEMBLY LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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Specification for MT3000 TWT Amplifier

Acceptance Test Procedure for MT3000 TWT Amplifier

HPA and Support Equipment Warranty Information

Customer Service Information

Extending Tube Life Information

Operation and Maintenance Manual for MT3000 Type

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WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS

KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS

DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJUST ALONE

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DEFINITIONS OF WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES ARE DESCRIBED BELOW:

An operating or maintenance procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc., which if not

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LIST OF HAZARDS (Continued)

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Tube Warning Tag

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Local Meters, Controls, & Indicators

Main Power Circuit Breaker

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Figure 1 - MT3000 Outline Drawing

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Figure 2 - Reference Designator Chart

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Fault Reset (Red)

Serial Remote Panel Control

Remote Computer Control

1:1 Switchover Network

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It is recommended that a professional HVAC engineer consult on the

Unpacking the TWTA

Be careful not to damage components with pry bars when opening

Repacking the TWTA

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Returning Damaged Equipment

Typically Required Tools

Allen wrench, 5/32

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