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DEM LTRS Transmit / Receive Sequencer: DB-15 Connection With Additional Connections

This document describes a solid state transmit/receive sequencer circuit board that sequentially controls radio equipment. It consists of 4 op-amp stages that are activated in sequence by a timing circuit. The outputs of each stage can be configured by the user via a DB-15 connector to control various functions like relays and amplifiers. Instructions are provided on wiring the connector and customizing the sequencer for different applications.

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DEM LTRS Transmit / Receive Sequencer: DB-15 Connection With Additional Connections

This document describes a solid state transmit/receive sequencer circuit board that sequentially controls radio equipment. It consists of 4 op-amp stages that are activated in sequence by a timing circuit. The outputs of each stage can be configured by the user via a DB-15 connector to control various functions like relays and amplifiers. Instructions are provided on wiring the connector and customizing the sequencer for different applications.

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DEM LTRS Transmit / Receive Sequencer

Our new DEM LTRS Sequencer


is a copy of the solid state sequencer we
have utilized in our past VHF/UHF and
Microwave transverter designs. It is
similar to our previous design by
WB5LUA but without the relays, making
it a completely solid state unit. As in
previous designs, this sequencer is
intended to be used with any lash-up
that requires separate sequenced
switching circuits to control pre-amps,
TR relays, transmitters, and power amps. The LTRS is a standalone unit that is activated by either
a push to talk to ground (PTT - L) or by applying a + 1.5 - 17 VDC (PTT-H). At the time of
activation,( Transmit) an R/C timing circuit in combination with a voltage divider network begins to
turn on each individual op-amp, (1st through 4th) in sequence. The op-amps in turn drive their
respected switching transistor circuits. When the PTT circuit is released, the sequencer moves
back to the resting state (or Receive) in the reverse order (4th through 1st)
Each of the 4 sequenced stages have separate outputs (13 total) that may be changed by
the user to produce a voltage, a connection to ground or an open circuit in either transmit, receive
or both. This provides many options of switching functions and output combinations that should fit
any requirement. Unless specified at the time of order, your sequencer is wired to a standard
configuration highlighted on the Sequencer Wire Matrix found later in this document.

DB-15 Connection with Additional Connections:

If you require any additional


connections, you may pick and wire the
connector as you choose utilizing wire and
remaining 4 pins (7 – 10) of choice. Some
examples of this are if you utilize a 28 VDC
relay, then choose one of the pins on the
connector as the +28VDC input and prep a
2” maximum wire for connect ion to the DC1
or DC2. You may also require an additional
output of a specific step and desire to double
up a connection on the sequencer for
additional equipment for a TX/RX indication.
Just do not exceed the current limit as
specified on the Sequencer Wire Matrix.
Inspect for solder shorts when you complete
the connector wiring. To add any of these
connections, it is best to remove the bottom plate and then remove the connector assembly with
the circuit board. Make any modifications utilizing the Sequencer Wire Matrix for proper connection
and re-install.

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Sequencer Wire Matrix
Operation and Use:

The Sequencer outputs are indicated below. Steps 1-4 are Pins 1-4 on the DB-15.

Pin 5 = PTT-H (Positive voltage to enable) PTT-L (connect to Ground to enable)

Pin 6 = +13.8 VDC (+9 to +17 VDC)

Pin s 7-10 Open Other___________________________________________________

Pins 11-15 Ground and Negative power supply connection

Installed Sequencer Step Wire Hole # RX Function TX Function


Step # 1 1 +DC Voltage ,+ 2 Amps +0.0 VDC (when loaded)
Step # 1 9-1 0 VDC, High Impedance +0.7VDC (50mA)
Step # 1 RXH1 0 VDC, High Impedance +0.7 VDC (50mA)
Step # 2 2 +0.0 VDC (when loaded) +DC Voltage, +2 Amps
Step # 2 TXL2 +DC Voltage @ 50mA +0.3 VDC (50 mA)
Step # 2 9-2 0 VDC, High Impedance +0.7 VDC (50mA)
Step # 2 TXH2 0 VDC, High Impedance +0.7 VDC (50mA)
Step# 3 3 0 VDC, High Impedance Low Impedance to GND
Step# 3 9-3 0 VDC, High Impedance +0.7 VDC (50mA)
Step# 3 TXH3 0 VDC, High Impedance +0.7 VDC (50mA)
Step# 4 4 0 VDC, High Impedance Low Impedance to GND
Step# 4 9-4 0 VDC, High Impedance +0.7 VDC (50mA)
Step# 4 TXH4 0 VDC, High Impedance +0.7 VDC (50mA)

Wire the matching DB-15 connector


with the wire connections to match the above
Pin connections and Sequencer Wire Matrix
indications that suits your application. Also
include any modifications to suit your
application utilizing any unused pin or pins.
Do not leave any wired connections un-
terminated. Now, if you are unsure of the
correct operation of a sequencer or need recommendations of proper sequencer system operation,
we recommend reading a paper that is on our website at:
http://01895fa.netsolhost.com/PDF/SL2005CSVHF.pdf

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If you have the experience and understand the function of a sequencer, connect it to your
system testing one device at a time for proper operation and If satisfied with individual equipment
performance, connect it all together and have fun!

FYI:
One question that is most often asked is “How should I fuse a sequencer in my system”.
This is a question that is determined by its use. The complete unit can be fused but the size of
fuse should be the total current drain of all circuits in either TX or RX with margin of a 100 mA for
the sequencer itself. If the fuse blows, nothing functions and is the perfect situation for most
setups. Normally a 1 -2 Amp slow blow fuse will serve this purpose.
But if you have an instance where one step by itself exceeds 2 Amps, you may want to fuse
that line separately to protect it but with that, the lower current drain lines are unprotected with a 3
Amp on the main +DC input. A dead short on one of the other three stages could be harmful.
AND, if you fuse the high current output stage, that one stage can blow a fuse and the
others will still sequence. This is OK if it is a power amp or a mast mount preamp in the system.
You just won’t have any receive or transmit. But if a fuse blows on an output that is activating a RF
relay, and your power amplifier still transmits, serious damage may be caused. So think it over,
and plan it out. Utilize the extra outputs on the TRS Circuit board and the extra pins on the
connector if required to build AUX circuits for a truly failsafe system.

Performance Option:

There is one performance option in the sequencer. It is an adjustment of the switching time.
If you examine the circuit diagram you will see that the delay is generated by the RC circuit
comprised of R26 and C1. Faster switching times will occur if C1 is decreased in value. Slower
times if the value is increased. You have that option or install a variable resistor in place of R26.

Parts List
All parts are surface mount and pre-installed.

Components
C1 4.7uF Tant R1, 4, 5, 6 0
C2 10.0 or 15.0 uF Tant R2, 3, 12, 13 220
D1, D2 MMBD914 R7-11, 14-21, 26,29-30, 36, 38 10K
D3 Dual LED R22-25 1 MEG
Q1 MJD31 R28 22K 1/4W
Q2 MJD32 R27 470
Q3-Q8, Q10-Q12 PMBT3904 R35, 37, 39-40 1 K 1/4W
U3 LM 324AD

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