Elenos 3500

ETG5200
ETG3500
ETG2500
(list of variations available in the manual)
SOLID STATE FM TRANSMITTER
Rev. 01- 27/08/2013

Cod. MAN1008UUK
USER MANUAL
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Elenos s.r.l. declares that the equipment described in this document is compliant with the 1999/05/EC
Directive.
0470
For details please refer to the “EC Marking” section.
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EC Declaration of Conformity
According to Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE)
We : ELENOS s.r.l. - via G.Amendola, 9 – 44028 Poggio Renatico (FE) - Italy
Declare under our sole responsibility that the product:

ETG5200, ETG5000, ETG4000/5, ETG3500/5, ETG3000/5, ETG2500/5, ETG2000/5, ETG1800/5, ETG1500/5,
ETG1200/5, ETG1000/5, ETG800/5, ETG500/5
ETG3500, ETG3000/3.5, ETG2500/3.5, ETG2000/3.5, ETG1800/3.5, ETG1500/3.5, ETG1200/3.5, ETG1000/3.5,
ETG800/3.5, ETG500/3.5
ETG2500, ETG2000/2.5, ETG1800/2.5, ETG1500/2.5, ETG1200/2.5, ETG1000/2.5, ETG800/2.5, ETG500/2.5
E5200, E5000, E4000/5, E3500/5, E3000/5, E2500/5, E2000/5, E1800/5, E1500/5, E1200/5, E1000/5, E800/5, E500/5
E3500, E3000/3.5, E2500/3.5, E2000/3.5, E1800/3.5, E1500/3.5, E1200/3.5, E1000/3.5, E800/3.5, E500/3.5
E2500, E2000/2.5, E1800/2.5, E1500/2.5, E1200/2.5, E1000/2.5, E800/2.5, E500/2.5
With intended purpose: VHF FM broadcast transmitters and amplifiers

And manufactured by: ELENOS s.r.l.
To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the
R&TTE Directive (1999/5/CE).
The product is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents:
Health and safety requirements pursuant to Article 3.1.a

Standards applied: EN60215:1989+A1:1992+A2:1994
Protection requirements concerning electromagnetic compatibility pursuant to Article 3.1.b
Standards applied: EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2 ; EN 301 489-11 V1.3.1
Measures for the efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum pursuant to Article 3.2
Standards applied: EN 302 018-2 V1.2.1
Supplementary information :
Notified body involved: Nemko AS
Technical file held by : Elenos s.r.l and Nemko AS
Place and Date: Ferrara March 11, 2013
Responsible person : Leonardo Busi (Amministratore unico)

Tel. +39 0532 829965
e-mail: [email protected]
Signature:
Revisions
No. Date Description

00 02/04/2012 Original version
Validity for ETG3500-ETG2500 transmitters
Warranty management reference
01 27/08/2013 User interface section update
Alarm list update
Add transmitter internal photos
Power supply dip-switch setting procedure
Revisions 5
Series models
Transmitter Number of modules Number of drivers Maximum output

power
ETG5200 7 1 5200W
ETG5000 7 1 5000W
ETG4000/5 7 1 Equal to the rated
ETG3500/5 value
ETG3000/5
ETG2500/5
ETG2000/5
ETG1800/5
ETG1500/5
ETG1200/5
ETG1000/5
ETG800/5
ETG500/5
ETG3500 5 1 3500W
ETG3000/3.5 5 1 Equal to the rated
ETG2500/3.5 value
ETG2000/3.5
ETG1800/3.5
ETG1500/3.5
ETG1200/3.5
ETG1000/3.5
ETG800/3.5
ETG500/3.5
ETG2500 4 1 2500W
ETG2000/2.5 4 1 Equal to the rated
ETG1800/2.5 value
ETG1500/2.5
ETG1200/2.5
ETG1000/2.5
ETG800/2.5
ETG500/2.5
6 Series models
Contents
1 General information................................................................................................................... 9
1.1 Intended use....................................................................................................................... 9
1.2 Transport............................................................................................................................. 9
1.3 Unpacking........................................................................................................................... 9
1.4 Storage................................................................................................................................ 9
1.5 Decommissioning and disposal........................................................................................ 10
1.6 Checking the product purchased...................................................................................... 10
2 Product description.................................................................................................................. 11
2.1 Description of external connectors................................................................................... 13
2.1.1 EIA485 connector/Telemetry.................................................................................... 13
2.1.2 LEFT/RIGHT connectors.............................................................................................. 13
2.1.3 AES/EBU connector.................................................................................................... 13
2.1.4 AUX connectors.......................................................................................................... 14
2.1.5 MPX connector........................................................................................................... 14
2.1.6 Monitor connector/19kHz......................................................................................... 14
2.1.7 TC/TS connector......................................................................................................... 15
2.1.7.1 Full scale values................................................................................................. 17
2.1.8 Profiles connector...................................................................................................... 18
2.1.9 TCP/IP connectors - Reserved................................................................................... 19
2.1.10 EIA485 connector..................................................................................................... 19
2.2 Technical data sheet......................................................................................................... 20
2.3 Protections........................................................................................................................ 26
2.3.1 Software protections................................................................................................. 26
2.3.1.1 IPF (Intelligent Proportional Foldback).............................................................. 26
2.3.1.2 IPC (Intelligent Power Control).......................................................................... 26
2.3.1.3 Safety Management (“Lifextender”option) ®..................................................... 26
2.3.2 Hardware protections................................................................................................ 28
2.4 Options.............................................................................................................................. 28
3 Instructions for use.................................................................................................................. 29
3.1 User interface.................................................................................................................... 29
3.1.1 TX control panel......................................................................................................... 31
3.1.2 Profile RF/Baseband mode....................................................................................... 32
3.1.3 Profile baseband levels............................................................................................. 32
3.1.4 View TX parameters 1............................................................................................... 33
3.1.5 View TX parameters 2............................................................................................... 33
3.1.6 Baseband levels........................................................................................................ 34
3.1.7 Alarms list.................................................................................................................. 34
3.1.8 Events history............................................................................................................ 34
3.1.9 Password................................................................................................................... 35
3.1.10 Password setting..................................................................................................... 35
3.1.11 Password recovery................................................................................................... 35
3.1.12 System config.......................................................................................................... 36
3.1.12.1 Power oscillation algorithm............................................................................. 36
3.1.12.2 Foldback algorithm.......................................................................................... 36
3.1.13 System config 1....................................................................................................... 37
Contents 7
3.1.14 Audio trim & alrm.................................................................................................... 38
3.1.14.1 Audio “Disable” alarm .................................................................................... 38
3.1.14.2 “No audio” audio alarm ................................................................................. 38
3.1.14.3 “Swap” audio alarm ....................................................................................... 38
3.1.14.4 “Fault” audio alarm ........................................................................................ 38
3.1.14.5 “Flt/Swap” audio alarm ................................................................................. 38
3.1.15 Communication port set.......................................................................................... 39
3.1.16 System info.............................................................................................................. 39
3.1.17 System Time............................................................................................................ 39
3.1.18 Clock Pwr Target...................................................................................................... 40
3.1.19 Enable Alarms Sms.................................................................................................. 41
3.1.20 Display Alarms Bit................................................................................................... 41
3.1.21 User Alarms Data..................................................................................................... 42
3.1.22 User Alarms Timers................................................................................................. 42
3.1.23 Lifextender.............................................................................................................. 43
3.1.24 GSM and modem service......................................................................................... 44
3.1.25 Phone N.1 to N.8..................................................................................................... 44
3.1.26 Uart 0,1,2 info......................................................................................................... 45
3.1.27 SMS diagnostic......................................................................................................... 45
3.2 Alarms/events list............................................................................................................ 46
3.3 SMS list.............................................................................................................................. 49
3.3.1 SMS commands (submit).......................................................................................... 49
3.3.2 Status/alarm SMS (reception) .................................................................................. 49
3.4 Externally connectable optional equipment.................................................................... 52
3.4.1 Connection to PC ...................................................................................................... 52
3.4.1.1 Hyperterminal interface .................................................................................... 53
3.4.2 Connection to telemetry .......................................................................................... 65
3.4.3 Connection to exchange unit and/or audio matrix.................................................. 66
3.4.4 Connection to Elenos E.BOX module......................................................................... 68
4 Maintenance............................................................................................................................ 69
4.1 Device overview............................................................................................................... 69
4.2 Settings............................................................................................................................. 73
4.2.1 Power supply Dip-switch........................................................................................... 73
4.3 Spare parts and mounting................................................................................................ 75
4.4 Routine maintenance (cleaning, replacements, checks)................................................. 75
4.5 Operating faults (symptoms, causes and remedies)....................................................... 76
8 Contents
1 General information
1.1 Intended use

The equipment referred to in this manual is solid state transmitters with adjustable
output power from 0W to a maximum rated value (see Section “Series models”), to be
used in the whole FM band between 87.5 and 108 MHz, in 10 kHz steps.
With this product, Elenos has achieved its aim of obtaining high values of power
in just 4 rack units.
The transmitter is also a starting point for developing a new concept of scalabili-
ty.
The RF performance, obtained with 7, 5 or 4 amplifier modules, is close to the highest
target physically possible by the devices and current technology, in terms of efficiency.
This enables a drastic reduction in the electrical operating costs.
The distinctive characteristics of Elenos products remain constant: ECOSAVING, ICEFET,
VSWR PEAK HOLD, monitoring possibility, protection against corrosion, etc.
The available options STEREO or AES/EBU (both with integrated MPX).
The LIFEXTENDER functionality can be added.
1.2 Transport
The equipment must only be transported in its original packaging. However, although it
has been designed to prevent the machine being damaged,
even in the event of incorrect manoeuvres, it is recommended to respect the “HIGH/
LOW” direction and not to subject it to impact.
Ensure that the transport and lifting equipment are suitable for supporting the load.
1.3 Unpacking
The personnel in charge of handling the load must use protective gloves and accident-
prevention footwear.
Before lifting or moving the equipment or any of its parts, check that the operating area
has been cleared, also considering a safe area in order to prevent damage to people
and/or properties that could be within the manoeuvring radius.
1.4 Storage
Should it be necessary to store the equipment for any reason, it is necessary that:
• in the storage area, the temperature is between -20° and +55°C, with humidity of
no more than 90% at 55°C;
• the equipment is disconnected from energy sources;
• the equipment is clean and there are no dust deposits;
• the equipment is covered with a waterproof sheet.
General information 9
1.5 Decommissioning and disposal
For all the aspects regarding the disposal of the product, please refer to the specific
European Directives.
Please note that the equipment DOES NOT CONTAIN POLLUTANT OILS.
1.6 Checking the product purchased

Before installing the equipment, it is important to check that it was not damaged du-
ring transport or storage. Check that all standard components and accessories ordered
have been delivered correctly, otherwise contact Elenos s.r.l .
In this case, the package must contain at least the following:

• n°1 piece of equipment from the ETG5200, ETG3500 or ETG2500 series;
• n°1 “Identification and Quick Start” manual, which we recommend keeping with
the product;
It may also contain:
• n°1 “User” manual;
• n°1 CD containing all the documentation relative to Elenos s.r.l. manuals;
• n°1 PC connection cable.
Cables, spare parts and other accessories may be requested from Elenos S.r.l. or Elenos
retailers.
10 General information
2 Product description
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You can find a detailed description of section here flagged in the Quick Start manual.
Product description 11
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2.1 Description of external connectors
2.1.1 EIA485 connector/Telemetry
N. 6 Front panel (type DB9 - female)

This connector uses Com1, as the connector n. 13 (rear). The two connectors can’t be
used simultaneously. 5
9
Connector Pin Meaning Notes 4
8
CN3 on board 1 Com1 TX+ EIA485/422 3
TG5K2A881 7
2 Com1 TX- EIA485/422 2
6
3 Com1 RX+ EIA485/422 1
4 Com1 RX- EIA485/422

5 Common ground Connected to the
frame
frame
frame
frame
frame
2.1.2 LEFT/RIGHT connectors
N. 5 Rear panel (XLR type - female)

The input impedance is 10 kOhm (default), 600 ohm selectable with jumpers on the
card.
If you have an unbalanced signal, connect the signal at the positive, the common
ground and the negative input to ground (optional if Zin = 10 kOhm, required if Zin =
600 ohms). 2 1
J01 on board 1 Common ground

TG3K1A866 or J1 on
board TG3K2A867 2 Right channel audio Differential input
signal "+"
3 Right channel audio
signal "-"
TG3K1A866 or J2 on
board TG3K2A867 2 Left channel audio Differential input
signal "+"
3 Left channel audio
signal "-"
2.1.3 AES/EBU connector
N. 6 Rear panel (XLR type - female)

Connector Pin Meaning Notes 2 1
3
TG3K2A867
2 "Positive" differential
AES-EBU input
3 "Negative" differen-
tial AES-EBU input
2.1.4 AUX connectors
N. 7 Rear panel (BNC type - female)

Connector Pin Meaning Notes
J2 on board 1 RDS/SCA AUX1 Input
TG3K0B866
2 Common ground
1 J3 on board 1 AUX2 Input
2 TG3K0B866
2 Common ground
2.1.5 MPX connector

The input signal on the connector is in parallel, inside the card, to the signal L + right
channel. For the correct operation (Zin = 10 kOhm) requires that the jumper on the bo-
ard, to select the impedance of 600 ohms on the right channel is removed (the jumper
is not present by default).
1 Connector Pin Meaning Notes
2 J1 on board 1 MPX Input
TG3K0B866
2 Common ground
2.1.6 Monitor connector/19kHz

1 J4 on board 1 Monitor MPX (19KHz) Output
2 TG3K0B866
2 Common ground
2.1.7 TC/TS connector
N. 10 Rear panel (DB25 type - female)

Signals compatible with standard IEC 60864-1.
As reported here applies both to the signals TC/TS that for the signals PROFILES.
• Digital I/O
• Polarity N
• Maximum voltage range: 0 to +30 V
• Operating voltage: between +0.5 and +5 .. +24 V
• Input Current : 5mA (controlled in parallel)
• Output current : 50mA max. Of the open drain type, can be connected in parallel
(or wired, with the exception of the fault signal that is reversed polarity). Can drive
inductive loads, in which case it is recommended to clamp diode in parallel with
the load (cathode power supply).
• The inputs are supplied on board (pull up = 1 kOhm, +5 V) with EMI filter series and
diode. This allows the command in parallel. Are considered active when they are
shorted to ground (active between 0 and +0.5 V). Are considered inactive if open or
input voltage> = +4 V. Some are for command to state, for other command pulse,
the pulse duration must be> = 0.5 seconds.
• The output signal is active (mos) with the circuit breaker closed. One exception is
the default output, which is reversed polarity to ensure the signaling in the absence
of power. The parallel connection of multiple fault lines does not cause electrical
problems, but the primary message is meaningless.
• The analog outputs are between 0 and +4.5 V, Z = 470 ohms. Are protected against
short circuit to ground or the voltage fed up to a maximum of +5 V.
13
CN1
25
12
on board TG2U1A899
24
11 1 Enable (interlock) Command to state
23
10 Pin grounded = active
22
9
command
21
8 2 TX ON Command pulse
20
19
6
500ms command
18
5
17
3 TX OFF Command pulse
16
3
500ms command
15
2
14 V 4 Reflected power Output in voltage
1 See full scale values
frame
6 RX- Com2 EIA485/422
7 - Not connected
8 TX- Com2 EIA485/422
frame
10 IPA (Current amplifier) Output in voltage
V See full scale values
open
11 Fault main Power supply FAULT
collector status
The pin must be po-
wered externally.
“Open” Status →
Fault active
open 12 TX ON Signaling output
collector The pin must be po-
wered externally.
“Closed to ground”
status → TX ON
open
13 Warning/Bad audio Signaling output
collector The pin must be po-
wered externally.
status → Active
Warning
The operation is affec-
ted by settings of the
machine
14 Reset alarm Command pulse
Pin grounded = active
command
15 UPS target Command to state
16 - Reserved for Elenos
V 17 Forward power Output in voltage
See full scale values
frame
19 RX+ Com2 EIA485/422
20 TX+ Com2 EIA485/422
frame
22 VPA (Voltage ampli- Output in voltage
V fier) See full scale values
23 Bad audio Signaling output
open The pin must be po-
collector wered externally.
status → Active alarm
24 /FLT (reversed pola- Signaling output

open rity) The pin must be po-
“Open” Status → Acti-
ve alarm
The operation can be
affected by the set-
tings of the machine
25 Remote Signaling output
open The pin must be po-
status → Remote
signal active
2.1.7.1 Full scale values

The nominal full scale corresponds to +4 V, with over stroke of up to more than +4.5
(max +5 V).
ETG5000
Parameters Full scale Scale factor Resolution
Forward power 5000W 1250W * V Full scale/204
Reflected power 500W 125W * V
IPA (current amplifier) 200A 50A * V
VPA (voltage amplifier) 50V 12.5V * V
ETG3500
Reflected power 350W 87.5W * V
IPA (current amplifier) 150A 37.5A * V
ETG2500
Reflected power 250W 62.5W * V
IPA (current amplifier) 150A 37.5A * V
2.1.8 Profiles connector

CN1 on boardT- 1 Channel 1 Command pulse
13 G2U2A899
25
12 2 Channel 3 Command pulse
24
11
23 3 Channel 5 Command pulse
10
22
9 4 Riserve Command pulse
21
8
20 5 Common ground Connected to the
7
19
frame
6
18
17
4
frame
16
3
15
7 - Not connected
2
1
frame
frame
frame
11 Channel 5 status Signaling output
14 Channel 2 Command pulse
17 - Not connected
frame
frame
frame
frame
frame
2.1.9 TCP/IP connectors - Reserved
N. 12 Rear panel (RJ48 type)

2
CN3 on board 1 ETHERNET interface 3
4
TG2U2A899 10Base-T or 100Base- 5
2 TX 6
7
8
3 SH1
SH2
4
5
6
7
8
CN2 on board 1 Reserved
TG2U2A899
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2.1.10 EIA485 connector

This connector uses Com1, as the connector n. 6 (front). The two connectors can’t be
used simultaneously.
CN2 on board 1 Com1 TX+ EIA485/422
TG2U1A899
2 Com1 TX- EIA485/422
3 Com1 RX+ EIA485/422
4 Com1 RX- EIA485/422
frame
frame 5
9
7 Common ground Connected to the 4
frame 8
3
frame 2
6
frame
2.2 Technical data sheet
FM TRANSMITTER MEDIUM POWER | ETG5000
Datasheet
| ETG5000
GENERAL DATA
Output Nominal Power 5000 W adjustable
Operating band 87.5 ÷ 108 MHz
RS232/RS485 Yes. Connector DB9 female
Points of measure RF Sample - MPX Monitor
Displayed Parameters More than 50 parameters displayed on a wide
graphic 0-LED screen
Adjustments From the frontal panel through OLED/from PC
Number of L-DMOS in amplifier stage 7
FM TRANSMITTER MEDIUM POWER
RF power stage technology ICEFET & ECOSAVING

Dimensions: Rack units 4U
Dimensions: W - H - D 48.5 - 17.6 - 70 cm
Weight 45 Kg
Number of power supplies 3
Number of cooling fans 6
CONNECTORS
RF Output 7/8
MPX BNC Female
LEFT & RIGHT XLR Female
AES/EBU XLR Female
AUX BNC Female
Monitor/19 kHz BNC Female
RF PERFORMANCE
Output impedance 50 Ω
Automatic power RF control Stabilizes the output power value on the
set value
Overall output power RF stability +/- 0,1 dB
VSWR 2:1 at full power. Automatic power
reduction beyond 1.7:1. Transmitter is
protected fro open and short circuit.
Harmonics < -75 dBc
Out of band emission (spurious) < -80 dBc
AUDIO PERFORMANCE
MPX input level +15/-10 dBu for 75 KHz standard deviation
MPX level adjustment Soft adjust 0.1 dB steps from front panel
MPX input impedance 5 KΩ selectable
L/R input level +15/-10 dBu for 75 KHz standard deviation
L/R level adjustment Soft adjust 0.1 dBu steps from front panel
L/R Input Impedance Selectable 10K - 600 Ω, balanced
AES/EBU input resolution 24 bits
AES/EBU input sample rate 32,44.1,48,96 KHz Automatically selected
AES/EBU input level -20 dBFS - 0 dBFS
AES/EBU input impedance 110 Ω balanced
AES/EBU-Analog input automatic changeover Yes
PILOT Amplitude adjustment Soft adjust 0.05% steps from front panel
PILOT Phase adjustment Soft adjust 0.01 degree steps from front
panel
PILOT tone frequency 19 KHz
PILOT tone deviation Soft adjust +/- 7.5 KHz
PILOT tone frequency stability +/- 1 Hz
THD+N (stereo/mono operation) < 0.05% with 75 KHz frequency deviation
< 0.05% with 100 KHz frequency deviation
30 Hz to 15 KHz
Pre-emphasis 0/25/50/75 microseconds, selectable
Pre-emphasis tolerance +/- 0.1 dB
FM S/N (MPX operation) 82 dB
20 Hz to 23KHz
@ 53 KHz - detector RMS
FM S/N CCIR (stereo/mono operation) > = 72 dB weighted
> = 72 dB unweighted
400 Hz, 75 kHz frequency deviation,
quasi-peak detector, 50 us de-emphasis
Asynchronous AM S/N unweighted > = 55 dB a 400 Hz, 75 us de-emphasis

Synchronous AM S/N > = 50 dB a 400 Hz, 75 us de-emphasis
Amplitude-frequency characteristic +/- 0.1 dB (without pre-emphasis)
(stereo/mono operation) +/- 0.1 dB (with pre-emphasis)
20 Hz to 15 KHz, @ 400hz
Stereo Crosstalk (typical) 60 dB
@ 400 Hz to 10 KHz
Linear crosstalk >60 db 20 Hz to 15 KHz
Intermodulation distortion <0.05% Measured with two of tones 1 KHz &
1.3 KHz, ratio 1:1 at 100% modulation
Class of emission F3
Stereo emission According to ITU-R reccomendation
450 (pilot tone)
EXCITER PERFORMANCE
PLL lock time <10 sec
Frequency deviation +/- 75 KHz 0.1 dB steps adjustable
Maximum frequency deviation +/- 150 KHz
Frequency stability 1 ppm
RF Frequency steps 10 KHz
Phase Response +/- 0.1 degree from linear phase;
20 KHz to 100 KHz
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Power supply 230/400 Threephase-Singlephase
Version 50-60 Hz VAC
Power consumption (typical) 7.1 KW
Overall efficiency (typical from -3dB to Pnom) > = 70%
Power factor > 0.95
Current Consumption @ 230VAC/single phase 31 Amp
Magneto-thermic capacity @ 230VAC/single phase 45 Amp
Conductor size @ 230VAC/single phase 10 sqrt.mm
Conductor size @ 230VAC/single phase 7 AWG
Current Consumption @ 230VAC/three phase 18.5 Amp
Magneto-thermic capacity @ 230VAC/three phase 32 Amp
Conductor size @ 230VAC/three phase 6 sqrt.mm
Conductor size @ 230VAC/three phase 9 AWG
COOLING/NOISE/DATA
Cooling system Forced air-cooling . From 600 to 1200 m3/h
Air temperature increase 17 °C
Acoustic noise < 65 phon
@ transmitter room, 2 m distance of the
front of transmitter
ENVIRONMENT
Temperature range (operating) -5 ÷ +45 °C, 23 ÷ 113 °F
Temperature range (non operating) -20 ÷ +55 °C, -4 ÷ 131 °F
Humidity range (operating) 95% @ 40 °C, 104 °F
Humidity range (non operating) 90% @ 55 °C, 131 °F
Altitude range (operating) <3000 meters / <9840 Feet
Altitude range (non operating) <15000 meters / < 49200 Feet
TELECONTROL & TELEMETRY
Remote control Yes
Remote control, dry contacts Yes
SNMP option Yes (external)
Datasheet
| ETG3500
GENERAL DATA
RS232/RS485 Yes. Connector DB9 femate
graphic OLED

Weight 38 Kg
CONNECTORS
RF Output 7/8
MPX BNC Female
AES/EBU XLR Female
AUX BNC Female
RF PERFORMANCE
set value
protected fro open and short circuit.
Harmonics < -75 dBc
AUDIO PERFORMANCE
L/R Input Impedance Selectable 10 K - 600 Ω, balanced
panel
30 Hz to 15 KHz
20 Hz to 23KHz

20 Hz to 15 KHz, @ 400 Hz
@ 400 Hz to 10 KHz
450 (pilot tone)
EXCITER PERFORMANCE
20 KHz to 100 KHz
Overall efficiency (typical from -3 dB to Pnom) > = 70%
Power factor > 0.95
Current Consumption @ 230VAC/single phase 21.3 Amp
COOLING/NOISE/DATA
ENVIRONMENT
Remote control Yes
Datasheet
| ETG2500
GENERAL DATA
RS232/RS485 Yes. Connector DB9 female
graphic OLED

Weight 38 Kg
CONNECTORS
RF Output 7/8
MPX BNC Female
AES/EBU XLR Female
AUX BNC Female
Ext.ref 10 MHz SMA (option)
RF PERFORMANCE
set value
protected for open and short circuit.
Harmonics < -75 dBc
AUDIO PERFORMANCE
L/R Input Impedance Selectable 10 K - 600 Ω, balanced
panel
30 Hz to 15 KHz
20 Hz to 23 KHz

20 Hz to 15 KHz, @ 400 Hz
@ 400 Hz to 10 KHz
450 (pilot tone)
EXCITER PERFORMANCE
20 KHz to 100 KHz
Overall efficiency (typical from -3 dB to Pnom) > = 70%
Power factor > 0.95
Current Consumption @ 230VAC/single phase 15 Amp
Current Consumption @ 230VAC/three phase 9 Amp
Current Consumption @ 400VAC/three phase 5 Amp
Conductor size @ 400VAC/three phase 2.5 sqrt.mm
COOLING/NOISE/DATA
ENVIRONMENT
Remote control Yes
2.3 Protections
The equipment has a protection system which is partially integrated and partially optio-
nal both for the hardware and the software.
2.3.1 Software protections
2.3.1.1 IPF (Intelligent Proportional Foldback)

The IPF is an intelligent system which reduces the equipment’s output power in the
event of strong load mismatch, thus preventing the machine from turning off.
The activation of this feature is shown on the display as alarm “026”.
2.3.1.2 IPC (Intelligent Power Control)

When the equipment is working properly, the IPC keeps the output power constant
within +/-1% of the target set, irrespective of mains voltage, temperature and load
variations.
This contributes greatly to making the equipment insensitive to its working conditions.
The IPC also allows to optimize the RF section efficiency by making the MOSFETs con-
stantly work at maximum efficiency, thus minimizing overall electrical consumption.
2.3.1.3 Safety Management (“Lifextender”option) ®

The Safety Management consists of algorithms which perform a real-time analysis of
the transmitter’s operating status and operates in order to maintain the output power
set, according to the type and severity of any anomalies (internal or environmental)
which may occur.
The Safety Management can command an output power reduction proportional to the
severity of the anomaly that arises
The algorithms act at different levels and in various sections of the equipment: Thermal
Management on the RF unit, Current Management on the power supply unit, Thermal
Management on the power supply unit, Fault management on the RF unit, Fault Mana-
gement on the power supply unit, Cooling Management on the fan unit.
Thermal Management on the RF unit (Lifextender) ®

Should the temperature measured in the vicinity of the MOSFETs exceed 72 °C, a first
level of Derating intervenes slightly in order to reduce the temperature through an
output power reduction. This power reduction is the minimum allowed in order to reach
a thermal balance at a temperature lower than 72°C. The output power reduction never
exceeds 48% with this first Derating. In other words, the output power always stays
above 52% of that set by the user and the
“-3 dB” warning and relative alarm do not intervene.
This first Derating level is effective in virtually all cases.
The activation of this feature is shown on the display as alarm “010”.
Should the first level Derating be insufficient (extremely rare), a second level inter-
venes, further reducing the power, thus obtaining a thermal balance status which is
compatible with the safe operation of the equipment even if it is below
- 3dB (with subsequent alarm “005”).
Should the second Derating be ineffective (in case of external conditions which are not
compatible with the safe operation of the equipment) the equipment switches off.
In this case, if the temperature decreases, the power increases proportionally. If it de-
creases by 10°C (i.e. it reaches 62°C) the Derating mechanism stops
and full power is restored. After 3 failed attempts, the control logic blocks the equip-
ment (alarm “011”).
Current management on the power supply (Lifextender) ®
This is activated when the maximum current for continuous operation of the power sup-
ply is exceeded. This value is set below the deliverable current limit and constitutes the
threshold which can be exceeded only for short periods (maximum 1 minute at a time).
Should this situation arise, the “PSU current derating” function is activated (alarm “013”
and if necessary alarm “014”) and the ALC management algorithm, envisaged for nor-
mal operating conditions, is replaced by another one wherein the VDS control and Bias
is determined by the power set and, with even higher priority, by the current delivered
by the power supply.
The current derating condition is deactivated when the power delivered returns to the
value set by the user and if the maximum current delivered by the power supply is less
than or equal to the maximum value allowed for continuous operation.
Thermal management on the power supply (Lifextender) ®

The power supply management algorithm according to the temperature, is the same as
that on the RF unit and is logically connected in “OR” to the latter.
The first Derating level (acting directly on the output power) is activated when the
power supply temperature exceeds 75°C, while the second level is activated - if the first
is ineffective - if the temperature does not stabilize below this value. In the latter case,
the output power is brought below – 3 dB with the same procedure as that described
for the RF section.
The activation of this feature is shown on the display as alarm “015” and possibly
“016”.
Fault Management on the RF modules (Lifextender) ®

This manages the maximum deliverable power according to the number of RF amplifier
modules considered to be operating correctly.
If one or more MOSFETs are considered faulty (this happens when the absorbed cur-
rent is 10% below the average value), the RF output power is reduced to the expected
value when a fault occurs and the fans rotation speed is activated at the maximum
value. The fault case study and corresponding maximum power is described through a
complex table obtained through tests. It is designed to stop the fault spreading and to
prevent
the MOSFETs that are still working from being put under excessive strain by the ALC
mechanism (which would require them to provide all the missing output power).
In order to avoid a ridiculously high number of alarm SMSs, no messages are sent du-
ring this phase: the alarm SMS, if validated, is only sent after the adaptation procedure
of the output power according to the table parameters and only if the -3dB condition
occurs on the output power.
The activation of this feature is shown on the display as alarm “008” and “009”.
Cooling Management on the fan unit (Lifextender) ®

According to the actual cooling requirements, the rotation speed of the fans is adju-
sted from a minimum of 60% to a maximum of 120% approx. (these values may vary
according to the models of fan used). The cooling requirement is evaluated based on
accurate measurements of the temperature in the vicinity of the RF MOSFETs and the
power supply unit. The Cooling Management aims to extend the useful life of the fans,
minimize the quantity of dust which can be transported by the air flow and allow the
safe operation of the equipment also under extreme temperature conditions.
Without Lifextender, the fans always operate at 100%.
2.3.2 Hardware protections
The hardware protection system comprises:
• fast electronic and fuse protection of power supplies;
• fast electronic protection on the fan power supply;
• fast protection against excess reflected power (SWR/VSWR) following a strong load
mismatch.
This protection is activated when the reflected power value exceeds 10% of the direct
one.
2.4 Options
The models belonging to this series can be purchased with different options included:
Version with modulating Purchase information: please request the following codes
signal input
STEREO 00E-JLA-10 (ETG5000)
00E-JLA-15 (ETG5000 with internal E.Box)
Inputs:
• Left channel 00E-ILA-30 (ETG3500)
• Right channel 00E-ILA-40 (ETG3500 with internal E.Box)
• MPX
• Aux1 00E-ILA-35 (ETG2500)
• Aux 00E-ILA-45 (ETG2500 with internal E.Box)
Outputs:
• MPX monitor/19 kHz
AES/EBU 00E-JLD-10 (ETG5000)

00E-JLD-15 (ETG5000 with internal E.Box)
Inputs:
• Left channel 00E-ILD-30 (ETG3500)
• Right channel 00E-ILD-40 (ETG3500 with internal E.Box)
• MPX
• Aux 1 00E-ILD-35 (ETG2500)
• Aux 2 00E-ILD-45 (ETG2500 with internal E.Box)
• AES-EBU
Outputs:
• MPX monitor/19 kHz
The LifExtender can be requested as an option using the previous codes. To be specified
in the order.
3 Instructions for use
3.1 User interface

The controls and display views are described below.
Please note that in order to have complete visibility of all the available interfaces, the
equipment must be set to LOCAL mode and it must be accessed with the specific
passwords.
Specifically in REMOTE mode you lose visibility of the menus PASSWORD SETTING, LI-
FEXTENDER, GSM/MODEM menu and DIAGNOSTIC menu.
Rotate the encoder to navigate through the menu items.

Press the encoder to access the desired item or to browse through submenus.
To exit an item go onto the “MENU” tab and press the encoder.
To return to the previous level go to the “Exit” item and press the encoder.
If you change the value of a parameter, to maintain it, before turn off the machi-
ne wait at least 60seconds.
Warning: the screen pictures shown below and the values attributed to the parameters
are provided for illustrative purposes only. The parameters shown may vary slightly
according to the equipment and setup type of the audio board.
Instructions for use 29

TX CONTROL PANEL
SYSTEM CONFIG
GSM AND MODEM SERVICE
PROFILE RF/BASEBAND MODE
SYSTEM CONFIG 1
PHONE N.1 TO 4
PROFILE BASEBAND LEVELS
AUDIO TRIM & ALRM
PHONE N.5 TO 8
VIEW TX PARAMETERS 1 COMMUNICATION PORT SET
EXIT
VIEW TX PARAMETERS 2 SYSTEM INFO
SYSTEM TIME
BASEBAND LEVELS
UART 0 INFO
CLOCK PWR TARGET 1 OF 2
ALARMS LIST
UART 1 INFO
CLOCK PWR TARGET 2 OF 2
EVENTS HISTORY UART 2 INFO

ENABLE ALARMS SMS
PASSWORD SMS DIAGNOSTIC

DISPLAY ALARMS BIT
PASSWORD SETTING USER ALARMS DATA

EXIT
PASSWORD RECOVERY USER ALARMS TIMERS
LIFEXTENDER
MENU SYSTEM
MENU DIAGNOSTIC
MENU GSM/MODEM
EXIT EXIT

3.1.1 TX control panel
Main screen which appears automatically when turning on in LOCAL mode. It is used to
set and check the main operating parameters.
Vu-meter: it must
indicate approx. 0dB
Warning light: when Target frequency Target audio level
it is on it indicates the
opening of the interlock
contacts.
Warning light: when it is

on it indicates a power
drop below 3dB (<50%
of target)
Warning light: when it is

on it indicates the clip-
per engagement caused
by overdrive
Warning light: when it is on Target power

it indicates an absence of
signal beyond the limits set Reflected power: it must
be null or very low
Forward power effecti-
vely delivered
To access the list of To reset the To set the audio

menus alarms signal
To switch on /put the To set the pre-emphasis To set the profile

system on stand-by level

3.1.2 Profile RF/Baseband mode
Setting and display screen.

For every profile, the frequency, target power, type of audio signal and pre-emphasis
are defined.
The active profile values are indicated by the letter “A”. The deviation is displayed (in
kHz).
3.1.3 Profile baseband levels

For each profile, the audio signal level, auxiliary channel level (expressed as a percen-
tage, 100% equals the maximum amplitude for 75kHz deviation), clipping value and
reference voltage value are defined.
The active profile values are indicated by the letter “A”. The deviation is displayed (in
kHz).

3.1.4 View TX parameters 1
Display only screen.

The parameters which can be monitored are as follows: frequency, active profile num-
ber, deviation, efficiency, transmitter working hours, fan working hours, direct power
target, effective direct power value, reflected power, current, voltage, maximum tem-
perature (the following pictures show the probe position) and fan speed.
Environment temperature
probe
PSUs temperature probes RF temperature probes
3.1.5 View TX parameters 2

The parameters which can be monitored are as follows: current and temperature of the
amplifier modules, current, voltage and temperature of the power supplies, voltages
and auxiliary power supply polarization, sum of the power supply currents, sum of the
module currents, voltage, ambient temperature and efficiency.

3.1.6 Baseband levels

There are levels of the audio signal.
The display changes depending on the audio mode selected.
3.1.7 Alarms list

It is possible to monitor the list of most recent alarms. The alarms indicated by the let-
ter “A” are still active.
In order to understand the meaning of the alarms, please refer to paragraph “Alarms/
events list”.
3.1.8 Events history

The log of all the events/alarms occurred (up to 99) can be monitored. These are indi-
cated by code, description, date and time.

3.1.9 Password
The equipment is delivered with the default password “0000” that can be customized
by the user (for more details, please see paragraph “Password Setting”).
In this screen the access password must be entered.
3.1.10 Password setting
There are two levels of user privilege: USER and SYSTEM, which are both initially protec-
ted by the default password “0000”.
In this screen it is possible to define customized passwords by the user with “SYSTEM”
privileges.
Other parameters that can be set from this menu are the machine addresses (reference
for communication with it).
3.1.11 Password recovery
If you lose your password, please contact Elenos.

Elenos must be given the “Unlock code” in this screen.
Elenos will provide a password valid for 24 hours to be entered on the same screen
under the “Password Recovery” item.
The user must later define new passwords through the “Password Setting” screen.

3.1.12 System config

The following parameters can be set by the user: temperature measurement unit
(Temp. U.), remote display operating mode (Show D.), audio board model (BB model,
automatically detected, or STEREO view as default), equipment protection in case of
oscillations (PwOscChk), power target when working with a UPS (UPS T), VCO synchroni-
zation (Time base, internal or external
at 10MHz), power reading calibration (FwdPwrCal), SWR foldback, polarization threshold
(IPA Bias Tres.), reflected power nominal threshold (Refl.Pwr T.N., when active it is
10% of direct power), reflected power customized threshold (Refl.Pwr T.Lev., when the
nominal threshold is inactive, it is possible to set values below10%), final polarization
(PAbias), maximum settable power full scale (Max Target Pwr).
3.1.12.1 Power oscillation algorithm

In Elenos devices, if there is a power variation of “n” W (“n” being defined in specific
tables) at least 3 consecutive times within 15 seconds, the “035” alarm is activated and
the three block out mechanism is triggered (if this mechanism fails, the “003” alarm is
then activated).
3.1.12.2 Foldback algorithm

The Elenos devices feature two different and independent protections which are activa-
ted when there is an excess of reflected power.
The first is a hardware threshold which operates when the reflected power exceeds
10% of the maximum rated output power of the transmitter in a very short space of
time.
In these conditions the transmitter switches off.
The second is a software protection, called “foldback algorithm”.
It is activated when the reflected power increase is slower (for example, when there is
snow or ice on the antenna).
In these conditions, the transmitter gradually reduces its output power until the reflec-
ted power threshold is exceeded, while the output power is gradually restored when
the values go back to normal.
If normal operating conditions continue for more than 60 seconds, the algorithm is
inactive.
The activation of this second protection is left to the user (from the System config scre-
en).

3.1.13 System config 1

The alarm signal, caused by wrong output power, snaps by default at -3dB of target
power and disappears when you reach the 2/3 of that.
The “Min Level Fwr Pwr Fault” additional parameter, set here, acts in an AND condition
with the standard algorithm: so, the alarm will snap when there is the first between the
two conditions “-3dB” and “Min Level Fwr Pwr Fault“, while will disappear when the
highest value between ”2/3 Ptarget“ and ”Min Level Fwr Pwr Fault+typical step related
to apparatus“ occurs.
For stand-alone devices meant to set Min Level Fwr Pwr Fault to a value greater than-
3dB, while using lower values may have meaning in N+1 systems.
By default Min Level Fwr Pwr Fault is set to the minimum value of power.

3.1.14 Audio trim & alrm

The following parameters can be set by the user: pilot tone level, pilot tone phase,
clipping voltage.
It is possible to monitor the audio board model (BB board model, automatically
detected, or STEREO view as default) and the firmware version of the audio board (BB
Firmware).
The alarms connected to the audio section are set. The management uses the TC/TS
connector.
The alarm is activated when it is below the threshold set (Modulation), after the set
period of time (Dlay Alarm Timer).
The user can choose from five operating modes (Bad mod.) : DISABLE, NO AUDIO, SWAP,
FAULT, FLT/SWAP.
3.1.14.1 Audio “Disable” alarm

By setting the “Bad mod.” field to “DISABLE”, the alarm is completely deactivated wi-
thout needing to change the levels (Modulation, Dlay Alarm Timer).
3.1.14.2 “No audio” audio alarm

By setting the “Bad mod.” field to “NO AUDIO”, the default setting is kept, i.e. “No Au-
dio” on pin 23 of the TC/TS connector.
If the transmitter is inside an N+1 system, the “No Audio” signal is not available at the
exchange unit.
3.1.14.3 “Swap” audio alarm

By setting the “Bad mod.” field to “SWAP”, the “No Audio” line (pin 23) is exchanged
with the “Warning” line (pin 13) on the TC/TS connector.
If the transmitter is inside an N+1 system, the “No Audio” signal is available at the
exchange unit.
3.1.14.4 “Fault” audio alarm

By setting the “Bad mod.” field to “FAULT”, the “No Audio” line (pin 23) is in “or” condi-
tion with the “Fault” line (pin 24) on the TC/TS connector.
If the transmitter is inside an N+1 system, the exchange unit activates the switching in
the presence of No Audio.
3.1.14.5 “Flt/Swap” audio alarm

By setting the “Bad mod.” field to “FLT/SWAP”, there is a combination of the two
“Swap” and “Fault” modes.
In this way, if the transmitter is inside an N+1 system, the “No Audio” signal is available
at the exchange unit and the exchange unit actives the switching.

3.1.15 Communication port set

The parameters which can be set by the user are the speed and the front and rear 485
door addresses.
3.1.16 System info

The equipment software version, the protocol version, the equipment activity time and
the fan operating time are indicated.
It is possible to reset the latter by clicking “R”.
3.1.17 System Time

The following parameters can be set by the user: the day of the week, date and time.

3.1.18 Clock Pwr Target

As well as the standard power adjustment, it can also be set according to time slots in
order to save energy. In order to be able to set the power according to individual time
slots, the field “Target Power Mode” must be set to “CLOCKED”.
Then, the various times of day can be matched with four different power percentage
values (100%, 75%, 50% or 25% of the set power).
After defining the day of the week to be set (Target Power on day of) for each time of
day, press the cursor to enter the setting bar, rotate it to define the percentage (nothing
displayed corresponds to 25%, T1 corresponds to 50%, T2 corresponds to 75%, T3 corre-
sponds to 100%) and press the cursor to confirm.
By setting the “Copy over next day” field to “T”, the previous day setting is copied to
the next day.
By setting the “Reset at default” field to “T”, the settings are reset to default, where
the power is low at night and full during the day.

3.1.19 Enable Alarms Sms

Besides the alarm management “by status”, it is possible to have
alarm management “by event”.
The alarms for which this management mode is enabled merge in a buffer.
If the value “0” is attributed to the relative alarm, it means that is deactivated, while
the value
“1” means that is activated to be managed in “by event” mode.
This function is available only by means of connection on the Omron protocol.
In order to understand the meaning of the alarms, please refer to paragraph “Alarms/
events list”.
3.1.20 Display Alarms Bit

Here is summarized the event configuration set in the menu “Enable Alarms SMS” (the
“Enable”) and those that are active are highlighted (“Status” field).
If the field “SMS / PSTN StatusReady” is “TRUE” means that an event is active, and has
been sent alarm or phone call.
To return the field “FALSE” you need to reset alarms.

3.1.21 User Alarms Data

Some alarms can be set according to activation conditions.
The current value of the alarm condition parameter (ambient temperature, RF tem-
perature, RF current, power supply temperature, power supply current, direct power,
reflected power) can be monitored.
By setting the “En.” parameter to “T/F” the respective alarm is enabled/disabled.
The following parameters can be set by the user: the parameter minimum and maxi-
mum values, and the type of condition to be met (upper, lower, inside, outside).
3.1.22 User Alarms Timers

In some alarms, it is possible to set a time frame in which the condition must occur in
order to make the alarm effective (“Dlay”).
The trend of the meter for this time can be monitored as well as the possible enabling
of the alarm by means of a status flag (Alrm).

3.1.23 Lifextender

The parameters relative to the Lifextender option can be monitored: equipment serial
number, equipment code (parameter to be notified to Elenos should the user require
the activation/deactivation of this function), activation/deactivation code (parameter
supplied by Elenos to be entered for the function activation/deactivation), function sta-
tus, work days in good operating conditions, work days in critical operating conditions.
The algorithm considers the following parameters to define the critical days: RF tem-
perature, power supply temperature, ambient temperature and reflected power with
respect to maximum operating power.
These parameters must exceed the threshold values for a certain amount of time.
In this way, the duration and intensity of the event is assessed: intense short events are
heavy; less intense but longer events are heavy too.

3.1.24 GSM and modem service

The GSM signal field intensity can be monitored.
It is possible to enable the submission of an alarm by SMS and/or PSTN in case of no
mains power (No Mains SMS) for the period of time set (Delay).
It is possible to enable the submission of an alarm by SMS and/or PSTN if the power
delivered is at least 3dB less than the target set (SMS FWD over 2/3).
The codes to be displayed in the different message strings can be defined (PagerId,
StatId, String Id).
3.1.25 Phone N.1 to N.8

The equipment can “communicate” with up to 8 SIM cards.
The telephone numbers and authorizations can be defined in international format
The number can be globally enabled for SMS transmission and reception SMS (En.), be
enabled to send commands (Cmd), be enabled to request and receive the machine sta-
tus (Sts), be enabled to receive the echo any of commands sent by other numbers (Glb)
and be enabled to receive SMSs in text or digital format (PC.).

3.1.26 Uart 0,1,2 info
Control menu for testing the serial ports.
3.1.27 SMS diagnostic
To see the number of SMS sent and received successfully.

For more detail see paragraph “SMS List”.

3.2 Alarms/events list
There is an “Alarm management” module.
In order to check the alarm conditions, physical and logical digital inputs are used.
The status of each input is sampled and the condition is then logically processed by a
combinational network so as to establish whether the alarm or signalling is active.
The minimum intervention time is 100ms.
This module is repeatedly performed with the same priority as ALC management, so
as to constantly monitor the alarm cause onset and therefore to intervene within the
required time frame.
A log stores the sequence of the last events generating alarms with the date and time
of activation.
The alarms/event list which can be found is as follows:
Alarm/event Description
“000 CORRECT WORKING” This indicates correct equipment operation.
The “On air” event has higher priority.
“001 SYSTEM RESET” This indicates that the alarm reset is in
progress. All stored and inactive alarms are
removed from the list.
“002 EEPROM CHKSUM ERROR” This indicates that the stored data is not relia-
ble any longer and the machine is reconfigu-
red according to the default parameters.
“003 BLOCKED” This indicates that the machine is blocked
after making 5 restore attempts. the user
must reset in order to allow the equipment to
restart.
“004 STOP” This indicates that the equipment is in stand-
by mode and is ready to start without alarms.
“005 -3dB CARRIER” This indicates that the equipment has been
delivering power at least 3dB less than the
target set, for at least a minute in start-up and
5 seconds of normal operation.
“006 HIGH REF PWR” This indicates that the level of reflected output
power is too high, meaning that the equip-
ment will turn off in three block out.
“007 MIN 12V” This indicates that the negative voltage refe-
rence is altered and prevents correct operation
of the protections. Stop in three block out.
“008 RF AMP. FAULT” This indicates a fault on one or more RF .
“009 RF AMP. FAULT DERATING” This indicates a fault on one or more RF mo-
dules,
which implies a reduction in the overall maxi-
mum deliverable power.
“010 RF THERMAL DERATING” This indicates an excessive temperature on
the RF modules which implies a reduction in
the maximum output power.
“011 RF OVER TEMPERATURE” This indicates that the maximum operating
temperature has been exceeded, thus causing
machine turn off in three block out. This pro-
tection intervenes in extreme cases in which
the Derating mechanism is not sufficient to
make the temperature values go back to
normal.
“012 PSU FAULT” This indicates the malfunctioning of
the power supply(ies).
“013 PSU CURRENT DERATING” This indicates power supply overload which
causes a decrease in the power delivered.
“014 PSU OVER CURRENT” This indicates that the machine switches off if
1 minute after derating the current still does
not decrease.
“015 PSU THERMAL DERATING” This indicates power supply overheating
which causes a decrease in the power delive-
red.

“016 PSU OVER TEMPERATURE” This indicates power supply overheating
which causes the equipment to switch off.
“017 PSU COMM TIMEOUT” This indicates malfunctioning of the IEEE485
internal bus for communication between CPU,
PSU and SHUNT.
“018 EXTERNAL INTERLOCK” This indicates the presence of the active
interlock.
“019 ON AIR” This indicates that the device is working pro-
perly and is transmitting.
“020 POWER UP” This indicates that the equipment restart
signalling is being added to the log.
“021 POWER DOWN” This indicates that the equipment switch off
signalling is being added to the log.
“022 PSU THERMAL FAULT” This indicates power supply overheating with
subsequent switching off of the machine. For
ELENOS equipment with more than one power
supply, the intervention of this protection
aims to allow operation at reduced power,
should a power supply be disconnected to
protect the hardware from excessive tempe-
rature.
“023 PSU LOW POWER” This indicates a power drop with subsequent
switching off of the equipment. For ELENOS
equipment with more than one power supply,
the intervention of this protection aims to
allow operation at reduced power, should a
power supply be disconnected to protect the
hardware from a power decrease.
“024 PSU RF OFF” This indicates a problem on 50V with sub-
sequent switching off of the machine. For
ELENOS equipment with more than one
power supply, the intervention of this pro-
tection aims to allow operation at reduced
power, should a power supply
be disconnected to protect the hardware from
the absence of RF power.
“025 WORKING MODE COMBINED” This indicates the operation of the machine in
a combined system.
“026 SWR FOLDBACK” This indicates that the machine is having a
power reduction since the reflected power
detected is too high.
“027 UNLOCK” This indicates that the PLL is not engaged,
therefore the machine is stopped.
“028 EXCITER COMM ERROR” This indicates that the PLL and VCO are not
programmable.
“029 NO AUDIO” This indicates the absence of the audio signal.
“030 OVER 2/3 CARRIER” This indicates that 2/3 of the power set has
been exceeded.
“031 PREAMPLIFIER NOT CONNECTED” This indicates 100% reflected power. Not
implemented here.
“032 OVER MODULATION” This indicates over modulation.
“033 FAST INHIBIT” This indicates that there are problems on the
hardware lines leading to RF delivery inhibi-
tion.
“034 TEMPERATURE SENSOR ERROR” Where there are multiple RF temperature
probes, this indicates that one is faulty if it
measures a noticeably different value from
the other probes.
“035 PWR FORWARD OSCILLATION” This indicates oscillations in the output power.
“036 THREE BLOCK OUT” This indicates that restore procedure.
“037 USER ENV TEMP OUT LIMIT” This indicates a variation with respect to the
conditions set by the user relating to the
ambient temperature measured by the equi-
pment.
“038 USER RF TEMP OUT LIMIT” This indicates a variation with respect to the
conditions set by the user relating to the RF
module temperature.

“039 USER PSU TEMP OUT LIMIT” This indicates a variation with respect to the
power supply temperature.
“040 USER RF CURRENT OUT LIMIT” This indicates a variation with respect to the
conditions set by the user relating to the RF
module currents.
“041 USER PSU CURRENT OUT LIMIT” This indicates a variation with respect to the
power supply current.
“042 USER FRW PWR OUT LIMIT” This indicates a variation with respect to the
direct power.
“043 USER RFL PWR OUT LIMIT” This indicates a variation with respect to the
reflected power.
“044 OUT PWR NOT VERIFIED” This indicates that the output power cannot
be detected properly.
“045 UPS ACTIVE” This indicates that the UPS is active, therefore
the equipment is using the target power set
for operation in this mode.
“046 SHUNT COMM TIMEOUT” This indicates the communication timeout
on the polarizer. It stops the operation of the
apparatus.
“047 WARNING TEMPERATURE SENSOR” This indicates a fault in the temperature
probes.
“048 AUDIO OK MASK” This indicates that the No audio alarm is
finished.
“049 DRAIN VOLTAGE FEEDBACK ERROR” This indicates the lack of control of Vds for
causes such as power failures, wrong feeding,
etc..
“050 OVER FRW PWR ERROR” This indicates the presence of overshoot in
power.
“058 RTC FAULT” This indicates that there were 3 consecutive
mismatches between date/time hardware
and firmware, or the date is incorrectly for-
matted.
“059 RTC USER UPDATED” This indicates a date upgrade.
“060 RTC AUTOMATIC RECOVERY” This indicates that there is a misalignment
of more than 5 seconds between date/time
hardware and firmware.

3.3 SMS list
3.3.1 SMS commands (submit)
It is possible to submit SMSs in order to perform the following commands:
Command SMS text

Setting power to xxxxx PWR xxxxx
Setting the equipment to stand-by mode STBY
Setting the equipment to stand-by mode OFF
Setting the equipment to On Air mode ON
Status request STS
Reset request RES
Setting data request STS1
Setting the equipment to mute mode for MUTE xx
xx minutes (no in MPX version)
Restoring the audio by excluding the com- AUDIO
mand MUTE AUDIO
Activating power in CLKP
CLOCKED mode
Activating power in FIXP
FIXED MODE
The number that sends this SMS will be SMSNO
disabled upon receipt alarm/status
The “n” number will be disabled upon SMSNO n
receipt alarm/status
The “n” number will be enabled upon SMSYES n
receipt alarm/status
3.3.2 Status/alarm SMS (reception)
It is possible to receive status or alarm SMSs, for example composed in this way:
Exxxx ID xx
SMS String
+39xxxxxxxxxx
STBY
No mains xx m
NoAudio
AudioOK
xxx Messaggio di segnalazione
FWD yyyyy W
REFL yyyyy W
FRQ xxx.xxMHz
VDS xxx.xV
IDS xxx.xxA
TEMPMAX xxx.xC
TEMPENV xxx.xC
Exxxx ID xx
SMS String
+39xxxxxxxxxx
-3dB Alarm
No mains xx m
NoAudio
AudioOK
FWD yyyyy W
REFL yyyyy W
FRQ xxx.xxMHz
VDS xxx.xV
IDS xxx.xxA
TEMPMAX xxx.xC
TEMPENV xxx.xC

Exxxx ID xx
SMS String
+39xxxxxxxxxx
Status
No mains xx m
NoAudio
AudioOK
FWD yyyyy W
REFL yyyyy W
FRQ xxx.xxMHz
VDS xxx.xV
IDS xxx.xxA
TEMPMAX xxx.xC
TEMPENV xxx.xC
Exxxx ID xx
SMS String
+39xxxxxxxxxx
Command
No mains xx m
NoAudio
AudioOK
FWD yyyyy W
REFL yyyyy W
FRQ xxx.xxMHz
VDS xxx.xV
IDS xxx.xxA
TEMPMAX xxx.xC
TEMPENV xxx.xC
Exxxx ID xx
SMS String
+39xxxxxxxxxx
Set
STBY
FRQ xxx.xxMHz
[TRG]/[24hTRG]xxxxxW
SmsOver-3dB OFF
PwrAdj xxx%
Ver x.xx-x.xx
MaxPwr xxxxxW
Exxxx ID xx
SMS String
+39xxxxxxxxxx
Set
STBY
FRQ xxx.xxMHz
SmsOver-3dB ON
PwrAdj xxx%
Ver x.xx-x.xx
MaxPwr xxxxxW

Exxxx ID xx
SMS String
+39xxxxxxxxxx
Set
ON AIR
FRQ xxx.xxMHz
SmsOver-3dB OFF
PwrAdj xxx%
Ver x.xx-x.xx
MaxPwr xxxxxW
Exxxx ID xx
SMS String
+39xxxxxxxxxx
Set
ON AIR
FRQ xxx.xxMHz
SmsOver-3dB ON
PwrAdj xxx%
Ver x.xx-x.xx
MaxPwr xxxxxW

Where :
Exxxx ID xx is the description of the apparatus with indication of the ID number
SMS String is a customizable string of 10 characters
+39xxxxxxxxxx is the telephone number of origin of the last command
STBY/ON AIR indicates (command) that the machine is in Standby (Off)/On Air
-3dB Alarm indicates that the machine is working below the-3dB
Status is the response to an SMS status command
Command is the confirmation to a command
No mains xx m indicates that the machine has been off for the indicated time (in minutes)
NoAudio indicates that the machine is in no audio alarm
AudioOK indicates that the audio was restored to the level required
xxx Messaggio di segnalazione indicates a cause of arrest or a major signaling
FWD yyyyy W indicates the forward power
REFL yyyyy W indicates the reflected power
FRQ xxx.xxMHz indicates the frequency
VDS xxx.xV indicates the voltage
IDS xxx.xxA indicates the current
TEMPMAX xxx.xC indicates the max temperature
TEMPENV xxx.xC indicates the environmental temperature
Set are settings information
[TRG]/[24hTRG]xxxxxW indicates the target power
SmsOver-3dB ON/OFF indicates that the SMS to restore power is ON/OFF
PwrAdj xxx% indicates the correction of the display of forward power
Ver x.xx-x.xx indicates the firmware/datamap release
MaxPwr xxxxxW indicates the power omologation
Please note: The functionality of the SMS reception is interrupted for an hour, if they are sent by
the system more than 5 messages over 5 min.

3.4 Externally connectable optional equipment
The equipment can be connected externally to the following units:
• PC
• Telemetry
• Exchange and/or Audio matrix
• Elenos E.BOX. module
3.4.1 Connection to PC
This connection is useful to analyse the equipment operating parameters in detail, for
example during the performance assessment stage or during repairs.
To connect the equipment to a PC, insert an interface cable into the “Interface” connec-
tor, DB9, located on the front panel of the machine.
This may be supplied with the product (Elenos code CAB0068-0).
The connection can also be made when the machine is operating.
The Windows Hyperterminal programme can be used to display, or another equivalent

available programme.
For the detailed procedure for using an ASCII terminal, please request technical bulletin
No. 127 from the manufacturer.
CAB0068-0

3.4.1.1 Hyperterminal interface
The Hyperterminal pages have a very similar structure to the display view, hence they
will not be further described herein.
Since there is more available space, there could be additional parameters.
Main Menù
Main Menù
Main RF data (M)

Main Menù
Profiles (O)
Main Menù
Exciter monitor (E)

Main Menù
Status/Alarms (S)
Main Menù
Events History (H)

Main Menù
Password (K)
Main Menù
Password (K)
Password (K)

Main Menù
Password (K)
Password reset (R)
Main Menù
Password (K)
Password settings (P)

Main Menù
System (Y)
Main Menù
System (Y)
System settings (X)

Main Menù
System (Y)
Comm. settings (U)
Main Menù
System (Y)
Audio trim & alrm (J)

Main Menù
System (Y)
Clock power set (C)
Main Menù
System (Y)
SMS phone set (P)

Main Menù
System (Y)
User warning (F)
Main Menù
System (Y)
En. 0-31 alrm SMS (V)

Main Menù
System (Y)
En. 32-63 alrm SMS (B)
Main Menù
System (Y)
Life eXtender (L)

Main Menù
Debug (D)
Main Menù
Debug (D)
GSM debug (G)

Main Menù
Debug (D)
Uarts (F)
Main Menù
Debug (D)
Uarts (F)
Uart 0,1,2

3.4.2 Connection to telemetry
This connection allows remote control through a device especially designed for that
purpose.
The telemetry unit performs the energy backup for the continuous operation of the
modem and is equipped with all the utilities for the general control of the parameters
of other equipment and the work station.
To connect to an external telemetry unit, insert a standard extension cable into the
“EIA485” connector, DB9, located on the rear panel of the machine.
This cable is supplied with the telemetry unit (Elenos code ETGSAL33).

For further information please refer to the telemetry unit manual.
ETGSAL33

3.4.3 Connection to exchange unit and/or audio matrix
This connection allows the transmitter to be used in a system which provides for the
exchange of a faulty transmitter with a spare one.
In order to connect to an N+1 exchange unit, if the equipment is not a spare, insert a
standard extension cable into a “TC/TS” connector, DB25, located on the rear panel of
the machine.
If the equipment is used as a spare, also provide an additional standard extension cable
to be inserted into the “PROFILES” connector, DB25, located on the rear panel of the
machine.
If the system has an audio matrix, this latter cable must be connected the matrix itself
and not to the exchange unit.
These cables are supplied with the exchange unit (Elenos code CAB0324-0).
The signal cables can also be connected when the equipment is working, exclu-
ding all RF cables.
For more information, please refer to the exchange unit manual.
CAB0324-0
CAB0324-0
CAB0324-0

CAB0324-0
CAB0324-0
CAB0324-0

3.4.4 Connection to Elenos E.BOX module
This connection allows to have a “bridge” between the EIA485 bus of the equipment
and the
Ethernet network.
To connect to the E.BOX module, insert a standard extension cable into the “EIA485”
connector, DB9, located on the front or rear panel of the machine.
This cable is supplied with the module (Elenos code ETGSAL33).

For further information, please refer to the E.BOX module manual.
ETGSAL33

4 Maintenance
4.1 Device overview

We report here the images of how, less than specific customizations, the apparatus out
by the manufacturer.
If necessary, refer to these to restore the configuration of the transmitter.
The figures are related to ETG5000. For ETG3500 and ETG2500 the only significant diffe-
rences to mention are that:
• in ETG3500 are absent the RF modules n.1 and n.7, and the connections between
modules and concentrator board are to be carried out so
module n.2 to CN1 on concentrator board
• ETG2500 are absent the RF modules n.1, n.4, and n.7, and the connections between
modules and concentrator board are to be carried out so
For more details, to carry out repairs, if you are an authorized technician or bodies, you
can request at the Manufacturer the Service Manual, including wiring diagrams.
Maintenance 69
CONCENTRATOR
BOARD
CN1 CN2 CN3 CN4 CN5 CN6 CN7
70 Maintenance
n.7 n.6 n.5 n.4 n.3 n.2 n.1
RF MODULES
Maintenance 71
72 Maintenance
4.2 Settings
4.2.1 Power supply Dip-switch
In this series there are three power supplies (2.5KW or 3KW).

On the power supplies must set the operating mode (analog, digital), using the dip-
switch SW1, and the address, using the dip-switch SW2.
SW1 SW2
Switch1 Switch2 Switch3 Switch4 Switch1 Switch2 Switch3 Switch4
Power OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF
supply N.1
Power OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF
supply N.2
Power OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF
supply N.3
Dip-switch setting parameters
Maintenance 73
n.1 n.2 n.3 POWER SUPPLIES
SW2 SW1
74 Maintenance
4.3 Spare parts and mounting
Refer to the Spare Parts manuals, technical bulletins, e-learning videos and training
courses provided by the Manufacturer.
4.4 Routine maintenance (cleaning, replace-

ments, checks)
During normal operation, we recommend performing routine checks in order to verify
that there are no critical operating conditions.
We recommend following the following schedule:
Frequency Intervention
15 days Filter cleaning (very dusty environment).
30 days Filter cleaning (not very dusty environment).
Check the direct and reflected output power.
Check telemetry operates properly, if applicable.
Check the RF modules operate properly.
Check the power supplies operate properly
6 months Check the fans work properly.
Check the operating temperatures of the equipment.
Check the electric consumption.
12 months Check the output RF connector closes properly.
Check the condition of the electric connections.
Check that the fan blades and the air grille are clean (dusty
environment). To be performed when the equipment is in
Stand-by mode.
Filter washing (dusty environment).
24 months Filter washing (not very dusty environment).
Filter replacement (dusty environment).
Maintenance 75
4.5 Operating faults (symptoms, causes and
remedies)
Fault Cause Remedy
The equipment does not start. • Faulty or missing power • Replace the power supply
supply cable cable and connect it to
the equipment
• Auxiliary power supply • Contact the manufacturer
incorrect (Led MAINS on
the front panel off)
• Fault on the power supply • Contact the manufacturer
stage
The equipment does not • Equipment in Stand By • Put the equipment in RF

reach the required power mode ON
• No jumper for interlock • Insert the jumper for the
interlock
• PLL not engaged (ON AIR • Contact the manufacturer
warning light on the front
panel off)
• Power supply fault • Contact the manufacturer
• RF module fault • Contact the manufacturer
• Fault on the power mea- • Contact the manufacturer
surement system
The equipment transmits on a • PLL board failure • Contact the manufacturer
different frequency from the
one set • VCO board failure • Contact the manufacturer
Absence of modulation in • Audio cable interruption • Audio cable connection or

output and on display or missing replacement
• MPX board failure • Contact the manufacturer
• Stereo Coder board failure • Contact the manufacturer
• Modulation is off • Reactivate modulation
using the relative menu
Output modulation absent, • MPX board failure • Contact the manufacturer

but shown on the display
• Stereo Coder board failure • Contact the manufacturer
Output modulation does not • Input audio level low • Increase the source audio
reach the desired value level
• MPX board failure • Increase the sensitivity
of the ETG input and/or
contact the manufacturer
Stereophonic modulation • Stereophonic carrier off • Turn the stereophonic car-

absence rier on from the relative
• Audio cables interrupted menu
or missing
• Audio cable connection or
• Stereo Coder board failure replacement
• Stereo Coder board mis- • Contact the manufacturer
sing
• The equipment does
not feature the “Stereo
Coder” option, therefore
it cannot be used for ste-
reophonic transmission
One or more fans stopped • Fan failure • Contact the manufacturer

• Fan power supply failure • Contact the manufacturer
76 Maintenance
Lack of communication with • Incorrect equipment • Check the equipment ad-
telemetry/PC address dress from the menu and
set the correct address
• Connection cable unsui- • Check that the cable
table used is that supplied by
ELENOS or equivalent
• Incorrect parameter • Check the correct para-
setting meters and set them in
the section “Instructions
for use”, at paragraph
“Optional equipment con-
nected externally” (User
manual)
• Connection cable faulty or • Cable connection or repla-

interrupted cement
• CPU board failure • Contact the manufacturer
Maintenance 77
78 Maintenance

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SOLID STATE FM TRANSMITTER

Rev. 01- 27/08/2013

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Declare under our sole responsibility that the product:

With intended purpose: VHF FM broadcast transmitters and amplifiers

Health and safety requirements pursuant to Article 3.1.a

Place and Date: Ferrara March 11, 2013

Responsible person : Leonardo Busi (Amministratore unico)

No. Date Description

Transmitter Number of modules Number of drivers Maximum output

1.1 Intended use

1.6 Checking the product purchased

In this case, the package must contain at least the following:

[8] [7] [4] [1] [2]

[5] [1] [4]

N. 6 Front panel (type DB9 - female)

4 Com1 RX- EIA485/422

2.1.2 LEFT/RIGHT connectors

N. 5 Rear panel (XLR type - female)

J01 on board 1 Common ground

2.1.3 AES/EBU connector

N. 6 Rear panel (XLR type - female)

N. 7 Rear panel (BNC type - female)

2.1.5 MPX connector

N. 8 Rear panel (BNC type - female)

2.1.6 Monitor connector/19kHz

N. 9 Rear panel (BNC type - female)

N. 10 Rear panel (DB25 type - female)

24 /FLT (reversed pola- Signaling output

2.1.7.1 Full scale values

N. 11 Rear panel (DB25 type - female)

N. 12 Rear panel (RJ48 type)

2.1.10 EIA485 connector

N. 13 Rear panel (DB9 type - female)

FM TRANSMITTER MEDIUM POWER | ETG5000

RF power stage technology ICEFET & ECOSAVING

Asynchronous AM S/N unweighted > = 55 dB a 400 Hz, 75 us de-emphasis

RF power stage technology ICEFET & ECOSAVING

Asynchronous AM S/N unweighted > = 55 dB a 400 Hz, 75 us de-emphasis

RF power stage technology ICEFET & ECOSAVING

Asynchronous AM S/N unweighted > = 55 dB a 400 Hz, 75 us de-emphasis

2.3.1 Software protections

2.3.1.1 IPF (Intelligent Proportional Foldback)

2.3.1.2 IPC (Intelligent Power Control)

2.3.1.3 Safety Management (“Lifextender”option) ®

Thermal Management on the RF unit (Lifextender) ®

Thermal management on the power supply (Lifextender) ®

Fault Management on the RF modules (Lifextender) ®

Cooling Management on the fan unit (Lifextender) ®

AES/EBU 00E-JLD-10 (ETG5000)

3.1 User interface

Rotate the encoder to navigate through the menu items.

Instructions for use 29

CLOCK PWR TARGET 1 OF 2

CLOCK PWR TARGET 2 OF 2