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The material contained in this document is the property of Electronics & Innovation Ltd., it is subject to 
change without notice.  
 

August 2012                                                                                                                                   Revision F 

 

Chapter   1 Introduction 

 

 
The 1140LA is a broadband solid state amplifier covering the frequency spectrum from 10 
KHz  to  2  MHz.  It  is  rated  at  1000  watts  of  RF  power  with  low  harmonic  and 
intermodulation  distortion.  Over  1500  watts  of  saturated  power  can  be  produced  with 
increased distortion products from 100 KHz to 2 MHz. A quasi linear Class AB design, the 
1140LA will amplify inputs of AM,  FM, SSB, pulse and any complex modulation signals. 
The amplifier has 55 dB gain, it is unconditionally stable  and will  not  oscillate even with 
combinations  of  mismatched  source  and  load  impedance.  It  is  protected  against  failure 
due to output load mismatch and/or overdrive. 
 
RMS forward and reverse powers are monitored by a front panel meter. An integral power 
supply permits operation from 120/240 single phase AC power.  
 
 

1.2     INSTRUMENTATION IDENTIFICATION 

 
Each amplifier is identified by a serial number tag on the back panel of the unit. Both the 
model number and the serial number should be quoted to identify specific unit.  
 

1.3      SPECIFICATIONS 

 
Physical and electrical specifications are listed in Table 1-1 below 
 

Summary of Contents for 1140LA

Page 1: ...out notice August 2012 Revision F 1 1140LA Broadband Power Amplifier HIGH RF VOLTAGES MAY BE PRESENT AT THE OUTPUT OF THIS UNIT All operating personnel should use extreme caution in handling these vol...

Page 2: ...lly operational such that it performs according to the original specifications free of charge to the original purchaser Should warranty service be required the unit must be returned to E I freight cos...

Page 3: ...y inputs of AM FM SSB pulse and any complex modulation signals The amplifier has 55 dB gain it is unconditionally stable and will not oscillate even with combinations of mismatched source and load imp...

Page 4: ...Unit will withstand a 13dBm input signal 1 0 Volts RMS for all output load conditions without damage POWER OUTPUT METER RMS power detection 3 of full scale accuracy 100 KHz 1 MHz 10 100 KHz see table...

Page 5: ...a standard rack 2 2 1 Mains Voltage The unit accommodates AC line voltages from 100 TO 240 VAC 47 63 Hz 2 3 OPERATION A fixed line cord is supplied to form a connection between the mains supply and t...

Page 6: ...condition such as Overheat heat sink temperature is too high for reliable operation PSU fault internal fault in the main switching power supply In the event of a fault the unit may be reset by cyclin...

Page 7: ...alog to be stored to disk using the capture feature of the terminal program Single character commands can be sent to the amplifier to achieve the following 1 key enables telemetry readback similar to...

Page 8: ...r amplifier modules In each PA module the signal is split into two equal phase and amplitude signals These signals are fed to the inputs of transistors Q1 and Q2 The amplified signals appearing at the...

Page 9: ...d it is subject to change without notice August 2012 9 Revision F Combiner Splitter Driver 1 2100L PA Coupler 24 Volt To Page 2 a RF IN RF OUT To Page 2 b To Page 2 c To Page 2 b 48 Volt 48 Volt RF De...

Page 10: ...fail safe under all load conditions Damage can only be externally caused by the incorrect selection of the AC supply voltage or by an input signal in excess of the specified 1 volt rms equivalent to a...

Page 11: ...ator HP 8601 or similar capable of sweeping the frequency range 9 KHz to 2 MHz to the input connector c Adjust the output level of the sweep generator so that a 50 ohm video detector connected at the...

Page 12: ...D151 e Attenuator 30 dB 5000 Watts Bird Figure 4 1 Gain Measurement 2 Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 4 1 then proceed as follows a Set the oscilloscope to DC Time cm to Ext X and gain to l0...

Page 13: ...ull deflection Rotate the step attenuator CCW so that the output is reduced by 50 dB g Reconnect the 1140LA into the test set up of Figure 4 1 h Place the 1140LA power switch to the ON position i Obse...

Page 14: ...ap the instrument in heavy paper or plastic and place in a rigid outer box of wood fiberboard or very strong corrugated cardboard Use ample soft packing to prevent movement Provide additional support...

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