BBD1-1AELRF Power Amplifier

L-PA1-1AEL-U/B7 USER MANUAL MOBILE LOW BAND VHF RF POWER AMPLIFIER PA1-1AEL 3370 SAN FERNANDO RD., #206 LOS ANGELES, CA 90065 TEL: (323)256-3000 FAX: (323)254-3210 www.tplcom.com Page 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .................................................................................... 2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................... 2 OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................... 4 INSTALLATION...................................................................................................... 5 WARRANTY........................................................................................................... 7 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The PA1-1AEL model is a mobile VHF low band RF power amplifier intended for use in the mobile applications. This amplifier can deliver RF power from 60 to 110 W when driven with 2 to 4 W and it will cover the frequency range from 29.7 - 36 MHz. The mobile amplifier is designed to be installed in the interior of a car or in the trunk. The amplifier’s dimensions are: 11.6"L x 3.0"H x 5.5" W (see figure 1) and the weight is 5 lbs. Figure 1. Dimension (D package). GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS The general specifications for the PA1-1AEL amplifier are shown in this section. TABLE 1 FREQUENCY BAND:29.7-36 MHz OPERATION MODE:FM / CW OPERATING VOLTAGE:Nominal DC operating voltage is 13.8VDC and the specifications are given at this voltage. However, the minimum DC operating voltage is 11 Volts and the maximum DC operating voltage is 15 Volts as measured at the VDC input connector. Reduced DC input voltage will result in lower output power and efficiency. EIA DUTY CYCLE:WITH NO EXTERNAL COOLING: 110 W Output (FM)30% duty cycle NOTE: Use of TPL Mobile Amplifiers above the recommended duty cycle or in repeater applications is not recommended and voids the warranty. Page 2 LEDOM TUPNI REWOP TUPTUO REWOP LANIMON TNERRUC LANIMON EGATLOV ESUF LEA1-1APW4-2W011-06A71CDV8.31A03 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (Continued) HARMONIC AND SPURIOUS ATTENUATION:Meets or exceeds FCC requirements. IMPEDANCE:Input: 50Ù. Output: 50 Ù. RF CONNECTORS:Input: SO-239 (case marked: “RF IN”). Output: SO-239 (case marked: “RF OUT”). DC INPUT CONNECTORCinch 4 pin male (case marked: “13.8VDC”). RECEIVER PATH INSERTION LOSS (29.7-36 MH Z):1 dB maximum. CONFIGURATION:All mobile amplifiers are supplied with solid state Carrier Operated Relay (COR). OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE:-20 to +50 C / Ambient. STORAGE TEMPERATURE:-40 to +85 C. OPERATING HUMIDITY:0 to 85% RH (non-condensing). STORAGE HUMIDITY:0 to 95% RH (non-condensing). OPTIONS TPL Communications’ Low Band VHF Mobile Power Amplifiers are available with several options: input, output, frequency ranges and configurations, special logos, etc., when specified at the time of order. We work closely with you, our customer, to develop products that are in complete compliance with your needs and specifications. CAUTION! Inspect the amplifier thoroughly upon receipt for visible damage. If any is noticed, please call TPL Communications at 800 HI - POWER to request an RMA (Return Material Authorization) number. If purchased through a dealer or distributor, ask them to also follow this procedure for best results. EXPENSIVE COMPONENTS MAY BE DESTROYED IF THE AMPLIFIER IS TURNED ON IN A DAMAGED CONDITION Page 3 OPERATING PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: This amplifier produces RF voltages that can cause painful and dangerous burns. Use caution! Connect and disconnect all RF connections with the drive power and DC power off. DRIVE POWER: RF power transistors, although quite rugged in most respects, are easily damaged by overdrive. Be careful not to overdrive the amplifier even momentarily (before applying any drive signal please check table I for details). Higher-than-rated drive power may destroy the transistors and VOID ANY WARRANTY. SUPPLY VOLTAGE: The maximum operating voltage is 15VDC. When using the DC power supply make sure that it is not adjusted above 15 volts. If it is possible for the voltage to go above 15 Volts for any reason, including failure of the power supply, install a “crowbar” circuit to prevent damage to the amplifier in the event of excess voltage. CASE TEMPERATURE: High power can mean high temperatures. Mount the amplifier where air can freely circulate over it and where clothing, blankets, etc. will not accidentally be placed over it. Keep duty cycle below limits. TERMINATIONS: The efficiency of this amplifier will degrade if it is operated into anything but a 50 Ù load. Lowered efficiency may mean any or all of the following: lower power output, increased current drain, higher operating temperature, and reduced life time. FCC CERTIFICATION TPL Communications commercial amplifiers are FCC certified for the use in Land mobile/fixed services. The technician installing this amplifier must hold a General Radio Telephone permit and be familiar with the pertinent FCC rules and regulations. Harmonics, and other spurious, signals from this amplifier are attenuated according to or beyond FCC requirements. For further details consult the appropriate publications. Page 4 INSTALLATION The PA1-1AEL amplifier installation is illustrated in figure 2. Mount the amplifier as close to the antenna as practical. Keep coaxial cable runs short, avoiding sharp bends and pinching. Avoid loose connectors at the ends of the coaxial cables. The antenna should be matched to an SWR better than 1.5:1 for best results. Higher SWR will degrade the performance of the amplifier. 1. Mount the amplifier away from the sources of heat, and where air can freely circulate around it. Avoid mounting the amplifier in the engine compartment or near the exhaust pipe system. It is also important to securely fasten the unit. An improperly mounted piece of equipment is subjected to damage as it moves about and can cause serious injuries in an accident. Use bolts through the hol…

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http://mail.google.com/mail/?view=page&name=gp&ver=sh3fib53pgpk RE: TPL COMMUNICATIONS, FCC ID: BBD1-1AEL, Assessment NO.: AN07T6721, Notice#1 Inbox Reply from September Radecki <[email protected]> hide details Jul 31 to "Timothy M. Dwyer" <[email protected]> cc September Radecki <[email protected]> date Jul 31, 2007 1:22 PM subject RE: TPL COMMUNICATIONS, FCC ID: BBD1-1AEL, Assessment NO.: AN07T6721, Notice#1 Hi Tim, Below are answers to your questions on the above application. Q1. Please provide additional measurements to demonstrate compliance with 47CFR2.815(b)(1) as revised by FCC 06-149 on 15 November 2006. <CCS ANSWER:> Please find attached, two additional measurements. Q2. Please provide an attestation statement with justifications as to how the amplifier complies with the requirement of 2.815(b)(2) An excerpt from the R&O follows: § 2.815 External radio frequency power amplifiers. * * * * * (b) No person shall manufacture, sell or lease, offer for sale or lease (including advertising for sale or lease) or import, ship or distribute for the purpose of selling or leasing or offering for sale or lease, any external radio frequency power amplifier capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz unless the amplifier has received a grant of certification in accordance with subpart J of this part and other relevant parts of this chapter. These amplifiers shall comply with the following: (1) The external radio frequency power amplifier shall not be capable of amplification in the frequency band 26- 28 MHz. (2) The amplifier shall not be capable of easy modification to permit its use as an amplifier in the frequency band 26- 28 MHz. (3) No more than 10 external radio frequency power amplifiers may be constructed for evaluation purposes in preparation for the submission of an application for a grant of certification. (4) If the external radio frequency power amplifier is intended for operation in the Amateur Radio Service under part 97 of this chapter, the requirements of §§ 97.315 and 97.317 of this chapter shall be met. <CCS ANSWER:> Please find attached statement from customer. Best regards, September 2 attachments — Download all attachments Additional Measurements.pdf 150K View as HTML Download PA1-1AEL.pdf 46K View as HTML Download http://mail.google.com/mail/?view=page&name=gp&ver=sh3fib53pgpk 8/10/2007 4:03:36 PM

FCC CFR47 PART 90, SUBPART I CERTIFICATION TEST REPORT FOR RF POWER AMPLIFIER MODEL NUMBER: PA1-1AEL FCC ID: BBD1-1AEL REPORT NUMBER: 07U10911-1 ISSUE DATE: MARCH 25, 2007 Prepared for TPL COMMUNICATION 3370 SAN FERNANDO ROAD, SUITE 206 LOS ANGELES, CA 90065, USA Prepared by COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION SERVICES 47173 BENICIA STREET FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 REPORT NO: 07U10911-1 DATE: MARCH 25, 2007 EUT: 29.7-36 MHZ RF POWER AMPLIFIER FCC ID: BBD1-1AEL Page 2 of 37 COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION SERVICES DOCUMENT NO: CCSUP4031A 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of CCS. This document may be altered or revised by Compliance Certification Services personnel only, and shall be noted in the revision section of the document. Revision History Rev. Issue Date Revisions Revised By --- 03/25/07 Initial Issue T. Chan REPORT NO: 07U10911-1 DATE: MARCH 25, 2007 EUT: 29.7-36 MHZ RF POWER AMPLIFIER FCC ID: BBD1-1AEL Page 3 of 37 COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION SERVICES DOCUMENT NO: CCSUP4031A 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of CCS. This document may be altered or revised by Compliance Certification Services personnel only, and shall be noted in the revision section of the document. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. ATTESTATION OF TEST RESULTS............................................................................................. 4 2. TEST METHODOLOGY .................................................................................................................. 5 3. FACILITIES AND ACCREDITATION .......................................................................................... 5 4. CALIBRATION AND UNCERTAINTY.......................................................................................... 5 4.1. MEASURING INSTRUMENT CALIBRATION ............................................................................. 5 4.2. MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTY ............................................................................................... 5 5. EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST............................................................................................................6 5.1. DESCRIPTION OF EUT ..............................................................................................................6 5.2. MAXIMUM OUTPUT POWER .................................................................................................... 6 5.3. WORST-CASE CONFIGURATION AND MODE......................................................................... 6 5.4. DESCRIPTION OF TEST SETUP ................................................................................................ 7 6. TEST AND MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT ................................................................................ 9 7. LIMITS AND RESULTS ................................................................................................................. 10 7.1. OCCUPIED BANDWIDTH ........................................................................................................ 10 7.2. FM EMISSION LIMITATION ..................................................................................................... 17 7.3. MODULATION CHARACTERISTICS........................................................................................ 24 7.4. RF POWER OUTPUT.................................................................................................................24 7.5. VOLTAGE STABILITY................................................................................................................ 28 7.6. SPURIOUS EMISSION AT ANTENNA TERMINAL................................................................... 29 7.7. FIELD STRENGTH OF SPURIOUS RADIATION..................................................................... 33 7.7.1. 30MHz TO 1000MHz SPURIOUS RADIATION ............................................................. 34 8. SETUP PHOTOS .............................................................................................................................. 35 REPORT NO: 07U10911-1 DATE: MARCH 25, 2007 EUT: 29.7-36 MHZ RF POWER AMPLIFIER FCC ID: BBD1-1AEL Page 4 of 37 COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION SERVICES DOCUMENT NO: CCSUP4031A 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of CCS. This document may be altered or revised by Compliance Certification Services personnel only, and shall be noted in the revision section of the document. 1. ATTESTATION OF TEST RESULTS COMPANY NAME: TPL COMMUNICATION 3370 SAN FERNANDO ROAD, SUITE 206 LOS ANGELES, CA 90065 USA EUT DESCRIPTION: RF POWER AMPLIFIER, 29.7 to 36MHz MODEL: PA1-1AEL SERIAL NUMBER: 1888 DATE TESTED: MARCH 16-17, 2007 APPLICABLE STANDARDS STANDARD TEST RESULTS FCC PART 90 SUBPART I NO NON-COMPLIANCE NOTED Compliance Certification Services, Inc. tested the above equipment in accordance with the requirements set forth in the above standards. The test results show that the equipment tested is capable of demonstrating compliance with the requirements as documented in this report. Note: The results documented in this report apply only to the tested sample, under the conditions and modes of operation as described herein. This document may not be altered or revised in any way unless done so by Compliance Certification Services and all revisions are duly noted in the revisions section. Any alteration of this document not carried out by Compliance Certification Services will constitute fraud and shall nullify the document. No part of this report may be used to claim product certification, approval, or endorsement by NVLAP, NIST, or any government agency. Approved & Released For CCS By…

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REPORT NO: 07U10911-1 DATE: MARCH 25, 2007 EUT: 29.7-36 MHZ RF POWER AMPLIFIER FCC ID: BBD1-1AEL Page 35 of 37 COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION SERVICES DOCUMENT NO: CCSUP4031A 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of CCS. This document may be altered or revised by Compliance Certification Services personnel only, and shall be noted in the revision section of the document. 8. SETUP PHOTOS ANTENNA PORT CONDUCTED RF MEASUREMENT SETUP ANTENNA PORT CONDUCTED PHOTO REPORT NO: 07U10911-1 DATE: MARCH 25, 2007 EUT: 29.7-36 MHZ RF POWER AMPLIFIER FCC ID: BBD1-1AEL Page 36 of 37 COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION SERVICES DOCUMENT NO: CCSUP4031A 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of CCS. This document may be altered or revised by Compliance Certification Services personnel only, and shall be noted in the revision section of the document. RADIATED RF MEASUREMENT SETUP RADIATED FRONT PHOTO REPORT NO: 07U10911-1 DATE: MARCH 25, 2007 EUT: 29.7-36 MHZ RF POWER AMPLIFIER FCC ID: BBD1-1AEL Page 37 of 37 COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION SERVICES DOCUMENT NO: CCSUP4031A 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of CCS. This document may be altered or revised by Compliance Certification Services personnel only, and shall be noted in the revision section of the document. END OF REPORT RADIATED BACK PHOTO