Cx series this series is broken up into the following groups. This manual explains the installation, operation and maintenance of the. Acom 2000sw 5kw 10 position automatic antenna switch for. The control box is in great shape with just a few small marks. Users manual can be downloaded from the users manaul page. Local network capability, compatible with acom 2000a automatic hf linear amplifier. The rcs10 relay box will handle over 5 kw into matched loads below 30 mhz long relay life. These amplifiers were the first to include fully automatic tuning and sophisticated digitalcontrol capabilities. This type of switch is widely used in signal routing applications where high frequency, high power.
About a coax switch the resource is currently listed in in a single category. Advanced mechanical design shields the 2000sw internal circuitry and highspeed relays from the elements. Acom 2000sw remote antenna switches are very solid 10 antennas to 1 coax switches for outdoor use. View online or download acom 2000a operating manual. On4un demonstrates the acom 2000a automatic hf linear amplifier. I have no preference for 24v relays over 12v relays. Switching to the satellite however i get some garbage lines on the tv, i would say the picture is degraded by 2% due to those lines. There is a less lower cost version available also which has no built in remote control. Pasternack manual rf switches are passive microwave devices that route a high frequency rf signal through a set transmission path. Acom2000sw remote antenna switch new equipment 0 comment tags. Manual is absolutely of zero help in detailing the proper and safe method to install a power plug. Fully protected against a variety of adverse conditions including antenna mismatch, hot switching and lightning, the acom 2000sw is the ideal solution for safe remote switching of multiple antennas.
It works with most icom,yaesu, kenwood and other rigs that have a band data output line. Cxb series modular matrix systems for coax signals up to 100 mhz. The elimination of control cables gives you a fast, neat and inexpensive installation with only one coaxial line for four antennas. The acom 2000sw is a rugged, highperformance coaxial antenna switch for. The rf data is exactly the same as for the remote switch only the. Acom bulgaria support is great and they are fast to respond. Hot switching protection, 4 bit bcd selector signal, feedback signal. If you have some stuff that not is listed here you can donate this by contact mods. Acom 2000a automatic hf linear amplifiers 2000a free.
Aa2000 acom2000a automatic hf linear amplifier user manual 1. It has a manualautomatic switch that will allow manual selection of antennas as well. Cxg series relay matrix systems for dc to 800 mhz 50 or 75 ohm signals. This unit can also be used manually to select which coax is to be switched as well as automatic operations with the acom 2000a hf linear amplifier. Aa2000 acom2000a automatic hf linear amplifier user manual 1 acom. Are you looking for the best coaxial cable switches or two way radio parts. This system includes one w2ihy 3 x 1 controller, two w2ihy 1 x 4 coax switches, a power cable and the control cable that connects the controller to the two1 x 4 switch. Ive never heard of such a thing, but he wants to be able to turn off the satellite cable at a certain time at night, using some type of timer. The overall operation of acom 600s is extremely simplified. Directly compatible with acom 2000a automatic hf linear amplifier and acom 2000sw remote antenna switch. Protection degree ip53, wide temperature range, voltage supply 24 to 31vdc. Acom 2000sw remote antenna switches asw free shipping on. If you still have an issue, you need to discuss with one of acoms specialists. The acom 2000sw is a rugged, highperformance coaxial antenna switch for commercial and amateur applications.
Acom 2000s is a digital control unit designed to provide fully automatic antenna switching capabilities. View and download acom 2000a operating manual online. Transmit receive switching is capable of full breakin operation qsk via an. There are a large variety of 1x2, 1x4, 1x8 and some 1x16 modules available. This switch uses a 4 bit bcd selector signal and incorporate a feedback signal to the controller acom 2000s. Especially after the first hours of use, you may notice a significant advance in sound quality. The rc1216h can act as a serial port server in parallel with the web interface, meaning that you can use the expert pc software to control the pa without doing any changes of the setup or connections. Compact hf linear amplifier with more than 700w of output power on all amateur bands from 1. Dx engineering offers only the best remote antenna switches. Remote control,automatic antenna switch,selection switch. For more information, contact our sales team at 310. This system includes one w2ihy 3 x 1 controller, two w2ihy 1 x 4 coax switches, a power cable and the control cable that connects the controller to.
Guide to selecting a coaxial switch a coaxial switch is an electromechanical relay. The possible switching combinations and versatility of the 3 x 4 switch plus is impressive when a 1 x 4 coax switch is added to the controller up to three radios may be connected to a single meteramplifiertuner to up to 4 antennas. Ulcsavde approved sealed relays with 16 ampere switching current rating. The main category is antenna switches that is about antenna switch projects. Remote antenna coax switch 0 100 mhz, 8 position with lighting protection.
Cxar series coaxial multiplexers and switching systems. Remote coaxial ab switch electronics forum circuits. Heres a question from a friend of mine, who wants to know if there is a way he can install a switch or timer on a satellite cable going to one room. Suitable for all amateur modes thanks to an allcopper, high efficiency heatsink. It has a manual automatic switch that will allow manual selection of antennas as well. This acom 2000sw 5kw 10 position automatic antenna switch, is made for the acom 2000a amplifier. Acom 2000sw 5kw 10 position automatic antenna switch for acom. Simply flip the switch to change signals between satellite receiver, video game, cable box, antenna, and more. You select the antenna by grounding the the input screew terminal.
The switch can handle up to 5 kw, and operate at vswr as high as 3. Remember that the rc1216h is a complement to the remote control software from expert, the radio connections are still needed. With this setup the signal from the digital antenna is crystal clear and i see no difference between using my relay or manual ab switch. Manual rf coaxial cable switches from pasternack are most commonly used in microwave test systems for routing varying rf signals between instruments, allowing multiple tests to be performed at the same time using the same setup. For detailed information on operation of the acom 2000a automatic hf linear amplifier, download the complete manual. The switch is a singlepole, 10position coaxial design, intended to quickly and automatically select from multiple antennas or other rf loads.
In addition, specific models mentioned in the acom hf amplifiers forum like hf amplifiers, acom hf 1kw, 2kw hf amplifiers, acom automatic amplifiers, and more are here for future reference. Installation of optional fan w a r n i n g before connecting the amplifier to your mains supply, be sure that the supply is correctly wired, and is adequate for the current drawn by the amplifier. This acom 2000sw 5kw 10 position automatic antenna switch, is made for. Cxar series this series is typically used for frequencies from dc to mhz. Acom remote antenna switch comes with 3m controle 7 wire cable and 1 connector cable for controler to acom 2000. Acom s revolutionary 2000a amplifiers deliver maximum legal power in all modes and operate on all amateur hf bands 160 to 10 meters. It has eight leds to indicate which antenna is selected. The 3 x 4 switch plus controller system consists of a single rack mountable unit. Cxs series solid state nonblocking full fan out systems 1 to 2. Flat coaxial line construction for excellent vswr and crosstalk isolation. Acom 2000sw remote antenna switch is a very ruggedly built 10 antennas to 1 coax switch for outdoor use. For manual control, only a simple bcd coding switch plus 27vdc150ma. Acom 2000s automatic antenna selector with multi switch. Distribution free delivery possible on eligible purchases.
Many years ago i built a remote antenna switch that allowed feeding. Breakin time the coaxial transducer of your aps coax monitor will achieve better sound quality after breaking in. When used in combination with the acom 2000sw and the acom 2000a automatic hf linear amplifier, antenna selection information generated by the. This 10 position antenna switch is rated for 5000 watts continuous duty. Here, youll find links for high quality antennas acom amplifiers hfvhfuhf. You can remote control the amp and if you add the 2000s remote switch it will. This switch is useable up to 60 mhz, and up to 5,000 w at a swr below 3 to 1. Easily change signals between your cable box and antenna with this ab switch from commercial electric. This rlc electronics standard size coaxial switch is a single pole, two position type providing extremely high reliability, long life and excellent electrical performance characteristics over the frequency range of dc12.
The coaxial ab switch connects 2 video components to your tv and allows for seamless signal changing between the two. Apr 24, 2014 i purchased an acom 2000sw and a 2000s used. The possible switching combinations and versatility of the 3 x 4 switch plus is impressive when a 1 x 4 coax switch is added to the controller up to three radios may be connected to. Please contact a sales representative for additional information. Control voltages are carried over the coax cable, eliminating the need for a separate control cable. If you dont have the automatic antenna selector acom 2000s and acom 2000sw remote antenna switch installed, pushing these buttons would change only the settings stored in the amplifier memory for each. Equipment supplied the acom1010 amplifier and this manual are shipped in a. When the transceiver is turned off, the antennas coax signal wire and shield are shorted together and grounded, and both the coax center and coax shield are disconnected from the radio. The antenna disconnect actuator is installed at the output from your transceiver, power amplifier, or antenna tuner in line with the antennas feedline. Acom asw switches coaxial remote, asw ham radio outlet. Possibility of automatic control when connected to a transceiver with a cat interface, the amplifier monitors constantly, duly follows the operating. It is in excellent condition and was never used outdoors. The automatic antenna selector acom 2000s and remote antenna switch acom 2000sw are especially designed to complete your acom system. These amps are bullet proof and you need to go a long way to cause serious damage to it with all the fault protection in it.
In this page you find schematic, users and instructions manuals, service manuals, technical supplement, leaf leads and other good stuff. We carry antenna switches with robust power ratings that eliminate crosstalk and interference caused by strong signals on other ports. When used in combination with the acom 2000sw and the acom 2000a automatic hf linear amplifier, antenna selection information generated by the acom 2000a is communicated to the 2000s. Acom 2000s automatic antenna selector sparkys blog. The acom 2000a is the first amateur hf amplifier to include both fully automatic tuning and sophisticated digital control capabilities. This link is listed in our web site directory since saturday apr 14 2007, and till today a coax switch has been followed for a total of 9023 times. The acom 2000a automatic hf linear amplifier is the worlds most advanced hf amplifier designed for amateur use. Apr, 2020 acom 2000a automatic hf linear amplifiers are the worlds most advanced amplifiers designed specifically for hams. I currently own several acom amps including two acom 2000as. The ameritron rcs4 is a remote controlled coax switch that selects one of four outputs by supplying all control voltages through the coax.
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