811 Hansen Way

Palo Alto, CA 94303 USA

Communications & Power Industries
Tel: +1 (650) 846-3803
Fax: +1 (650) 424-1744
www.cpii.com/satcom
CPI Super Linear HPAs
The Latest Advancement in HPA Efficiency

Super Linear is a technique used to maximize usable linear power while minimizing
size, weight, and power consumption.

Most traditional HPAs are designed to run from small signal to saturated power. In
practice however, the true usable power in a typical uplink application is limited by
linearity requirements set by Intelsat and other satellite organizations. Thus, while power
back off of 3 to 7 dB is all that is ever required, one still needs the top end peak power to
avoid clipping of the transmitted signal. This clipping results in Intermodulation
products, spectral regrowth, and other non-linearities. Operating power must be limited to
a maximum –3 dB from the maximum peak power for low bit-error rates when
transmitting QPSK, QAM, CDMA, and OFDM signals.

The TWT and high power amplifier (HPA) can be optimized to work best at the 3 dB
backoff point (half average power). This results in a more efficient tube at the true
operating point. Internal TWT and amplifier temperatures are reduced, required amplifier
prime power is minimized, and HPA size and weight are dramatically reduced.

A comparison of the specifications of CPI’s Super Linear 2250 W HPA against those of
traditional TWTAs and SSPAs shows a 30% reduction in size, a 20% reduction in
weight, and a 25-70% reduction in prime power, with no degradation in the linear
performance at backoff. This is a rare case of ‘win-win-win,’ with no penalty for the
extra performance. Predistortion linearizers are highly effective with the Super Linear
HPA, and as with traditional HPAs are recommended for maximum carrier traffic.

Internal alarm and fault levels are set in the HPA to automatically avoid excessive body
current if driven past 3 dB backoff. The intermod and spectral regrowth specifications are
the same as they are rated for a traditional, full-CW HPA, typically –24 dBc intermods or
6 dBc spectral regrowth. Super Linear TWTAs are now available in C- and Ka-band.

CPI C-Band Super Linear TWTA

MKT-167 03/05 Super Linear HPAs Page 1 of 3
 Transfer curve for Super Linear 2000W HPA
10000

1000 W max linear operating point => 1000

Po (Watt)

100

10

1
-40 -30 -20

Pin (dBm)

7000

AC Power Consumption

6000

5000
AC Power (watts)

4000

3000
Super Linear Std. TWTA
SSPA

2000
- 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200 1,400 1,600 1,800 2,000
Pout (watts)

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 0%

-10% Percent Reduction of AC Pow er

of SuperLinear over Standard

-20%

-30%

-40%

-50%

-60%
- 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200
Pout (Watts )

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 CPI 2.25 kW SuperLinear tm TWT Amplifier
for Satellite Communications

C - Band

The TL22CI

2.25 kW (1000 W
operating) TWT
Compact High Power
Amplifier, features high
efficiency, small size
and integral computer
interface.

Compact
Provides 2250 watts of peak power (1000 watts
operating) in a compact nine rack-unit package,
digital ready, for wideband, single- and multi-
carrier satellite service in the 5.85 - 6.65 GHz
frequency band. Designed to operate at 1000
C-Band
Global Applications
Meets International Safety Standard
EN-60215 and EMC Standard EEC 89/336
to satisfy worldwide requirements.
Easy to Maintain

watts flange linear power for multi-carrier
uplinks. Ideal for transportable and fixed earth
station applications where space and prime
power are at a premium. 30% smaller than
traditional HPAs.
Efficient and Reliable
Employs an ultra-high efficiency dual-depressed
collector helix traveling wave tube backed
by many years of field-proven experience in
airborne and military applications. The collector
design is optimized for super-cool operation.
2 . 2 5 k W S u p e r L i n e a r tm C o m p a c t T W TA
Modular design and built-in fault diagnostic
capability with convenient and clearly visible
indicators for easy maintainability in the field.
Worldwide Support
Backed by over two decades of satellite
communications experience, and CPI’s
worldwide 24-hour customer support network
that includes sixteen regional factory
Service Centers.

Simple to Operate
User-friendly microprocessor-controlled
logic with integrated computer interface,
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digital metering, pin diode attenuation, P.O. Box 51625, Palo Alto, CA 94303
optional integrated linearizer for improved
intermodulation performance, and BUC option tel: +1 (650) 846-3803
fax: +1 (650) 424-1744
for use with C-band modems.
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C-B a n d
SPECIFICATIONS, TL22CI
Electrical
Frequency
Output Power
TWT
Flange
Bandwidth
OPTIONS &
Gain
C O M PA N I O N
PRODUCTS:
RF Level Adjust
• Integral Linearizer
Output Power Adjustability
• Remote Control Panel Gain Stability
• Redundant and Power
Small Signal Gain Slope
Combined Subsystems
Small Signal Gain Variation
• Extended Frequency
(5.850 - 6.725 GHz or
5.725 - 6.525 GHz)
• External Receive Band
Reject Filter
• Integral L-Band Block
Upconverter (BUC)
Input/Output VSWR
Load VSWR
Residual AM, max.1
Phase Noise1
IESS-308/309
phase noise continuous
AC fundamentals related
Sum of spurs
AM/PM Conversion
Harmonic Output
Noise and Spurious
Intermodulation
with two equal carriers,
total output power level
of 400 watts
Certificate Number: 30515
For more detailed information, please refer to the corresponding CPI Technical Description.
Note: Specifications may change without notice as a result of additional data or product refinement.
Please contact CPI before using this information for system design.
MKT 160, ISSUE 9 02/09 PDF
Electrical (continued)
5.85 - 6.65 GHz Group Delay 0.01 ns/MHz linear
(in any 40 MHz band) 0.001 ns/MHz2 parabolic
0.5 ns pk-pk ripple max.
2250 W min. (63.54 dBm)
1000 W max operating. (60.00 dBm) Primary Power2 All ratings are ±10%, 47-63 Hz, 5-wire,
800 MHz (1225 MHz optional) 3-phase with neutral and ground
200 to 240 VAC (with or w/o neutral)
75 dB min. at rated power output 380 to 415 VAC
78 dB min. at small signal
Power Factor 0.95 min.
0 to 30 dB continuous
Power Consumption 5.0 kW max.;
±0.1 dB 4.5 kW typ. @ 1000 W linear RF output
±0.25 dB/24 hr max. power;
(at constant drive and temp.) 3.8 kW typ. @ 800 W;
3.5 kW typ. @ 600 W;
0.02 dB/MHz max.
3.3 kW typ. @ 400 W;
0.5 dB pk-pk max. over any 40 MHz; 2.9 kW typ. @ 200 W;
1.0 dB pk-pk max. over any 40MHz 2.5 kW typ. @ 100 W
with linearizer option;
3.0 dB pk-pk max. across 800 MHz; Environmental
4.0 dB pk-pk max. across 800 MHz
Ambient Temperature -10° to +50°C operating
with linearizer option;
-20° to +70°C non-operating
5.0 dB pk-pk max. across 800 MHz
with BUC option; Relative Humidity 95% non-condensing
6.0 dB pk-pk max. across 800 MHz Altitude Up to 10,000 ft (3000 m) with standard
with BUC and linearizer options adiabatic derating of 2°/1000 ft.;
50,000 feet non-operating
1.25:1 max.
Shock and Vibration Designed for normal transportation
2.0:1 max. for full spec compliance; environment per Section 514.4
any value without damage MIL-STD-810E. Designed to withstand
-50 dBc below 10 kHz, 20g at 11 ms (1/2 sine pulse) in
-20 (1.5 +log F kHz) dBc, non-operating condition
10 kHz to 500 kHz (F in kHz)
-85 dBc above 500 kHz Mechanical
Cooling(TWT) Forced air with integral blower
and power supply fan. Maximum
10 dB below mask at -10 dB backof external pressure loss allowable:
-50 dBc 0.25 inch water gauge.
-47 dBc RF Input Connection Type N female
6°/dB max. With optional linearizer, RF Output Connection CPR 137 F waveguide flange,
can be tuned to 2°/dB max. grooved, threaded UNF 2B 10-32
-80 dBc RF Power Monitors Type N female
-150 dBW/4 kHz from 3.4 to 4.2 GHz Dimensions (W x H x D) 19 x 15.75 x 24 in.
-65 dBW/4 kHz from 4.2 to 12.0 GHz (483 x 400 x 610 mm)
-60 dBW/4 kHz from 4.2 to 12.0 GHz
with linearizer option Weight 155 lbs. (70.5 kg) max.
-110 dBW/4 kHz from 12.0 to 40.0 GHz
-23.5 dBc max, 5.850 - 6.425 GHz 1Prime power AC line unbalance not to exceed 3%. Excess imbalance may cause
(-25 dBc max. at 890 W with linearizer; an increase in residual RF noise (AM, FM and PM). Phase noise increase is typically 2.5 dB / %
-22 dBc max, 6.425 - 6.650 GHz imbalance.
(-24 dBc max. at 890 W with linearizer) 2AC current harmonic content: less than 20%, primarily fifth and seventh harmonics. Harmonics
must be considered when choosing UPS sources.
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C-Band SuperLineartm TWT

High Power Amplifier
TL22CI Series

INTRODUCTION

This brochure provides a detailed description of the Communications & Power Industries
(CPI) C-band SuperLineartm TWT High Power Amplifier (SL-TWTA): the TL22CI
series. This SL-TWTA is unique in design, incorporating a CPI-developed, dual-
depressed collector TWT. This design allows for a smaller, more efficient, and cooler-
running amplifier than any other high-powered TWTA on the market, translating into
lower energy costs and longer life for TWTs and other electronic parts. As with all CPI
Satcom Division products, a microprocessor-based control system makes it easy to
include the SL-TWTA as part of the station’s overall monitoring and remote control
systems.

The SL-TWTA is part of a broad line of communications power amplifiers that includes
TWT Power Amplifiers (TWTAs) and Klystron Power Amplifiers (K-HPAs), and Solid
State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs). All of these products are built for the standard
commercial satellite uplink bands.

CPI (formerly Varian Electron Device Group) has been active in the design and
manufacture of microwave power amplifiers and related products for more than 30 years.
CPI Satcom Division (formerly Varian MEP) was organized in the mid-1970s to bring
together the strengths of existing groups involved with commercial Satcom and Industrial
power amplifiers into a single business unit.

Since then, CPI Satcom Division has provided thousands of fully integrated satellite
uplink power amplifiers in S, C, X, Ku, DBS and Ka-band frequency ranges worldwide,
establishing itself as the leading supplier of this class of products.

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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

General

The TL22CI series provides 2.25 kW of peak RF output power at the TWT, instantaneous
over the 5.85 – 6.65 GHz frequency range, with options for 5.85 – 6.725 GHz or 5.725 –
6.525 GHz operation. This amplifier’s compact, single-drawer design provides state-of-
the-art modularity for ease of use and maintenance.

The RF drawer houses the RF chain (solid state IPA, dual-depressed collector TWTA,
high power output isolator, and associated couplers and isolators), TWTA blower, front
panel, and necessary elements of the embedded controller system, including external
interfaces. The RF drawer also contains the optional ethernet adapter.

The control panel (see Figure 1) located on the RF drawer, contains a large color TFT-
LCD display with wide look angle, LEDs, and a durable, membrane-style keypad. The
controls interface directly with the earth station M&C computer system. The control
design is directly adapted from the highly reliable Gen IV KPA. A remote control panel
with all-identical functions and configuration is available as an option.

The power supply drawer houses the AC input filtering, monitoring, and high voltage
power supply. The high voltage power supply provides regulated beam, heater, and
collector voltages to the TWT. An element of the embedded controller system, located in
the power supply drawer controls and monitors this assembly. The TL22CI Series is
adaptable to all primary 3-phase voltages available around the world.

All serviceable parts are mounted on chassis slides, providing quick and easy access for
maintenance. The SL-TWTA is protected from damage caused by AC/DC/RF faults and
insufficient cooling, and will automatically recycle after a prime power interruption or
transient fault. Personnel safety is further assured by proper grounding and the use of
shields and warning signs on all areas of access to voltages above 40V.

A number of options and accessories are available as well as redundant switching and
phase combining.

RF Circuit

Input Circuit

Referring to the RF Block Diagram, Figure 2, the low-level input signal is applied at the
back of the RF box into an N-type isolator, which maintains the VSWR, as seen by the
source, to a ratio of 1.25:1 or less. The signal is then fed to the solid-state driver (IPA),
which includes a voltage-controlled PIN diode attenuator, input/output isolators and

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directional couplers. One directional coupler provides a sample of the TWTA for the
Input RF Monitor Port.
The linearizer option consists of a pre-distortion module which compensates for the phase
shift and amplitude compression of the TWT. Linearity improvement of 3-4 dB power is
obtained with a linearizer.

The attenuator permits the operator to adjust the RF drive level up to 30 dB with quick
response, good linearity, and a resolution of 0.1 dB. Memory is used to return the SL-
TWTA to the previously set level in the event of primary power outages. The IPA also
includes an RF inhibit function to remove the drive signal during faults, channel changes,
transfer switch operations, or external interlock actions.

The block upconverter (BUC) option is used with systems that utilize L-band modems.
The BUC converts 950-1750 MHz input to 5.85 – 6.65 GHz output with good frequency
stability.

The IPA is transparent to most final amplifier parameters, and is temperature

compensated to minimize drift. As a result, the overall K-HPA gain is guaranteed to be
stable within 1 dB over a 20°C temperature change and within ±2.5 dB over the range of
0°C to +50°C.

TWT

The improved TWTs used in the TL22CI series incorporate an advanced design, utilizing
dual-depressed collectors designed to deliver up to 2.25 kW peak output across the
specified frequency band. The TWT is designed to work best at 3 dB backoff for
linearity. More than 2,000 TWTs of this family have been delivered during the past
twelve years. Reliability has been excellent, with demonstrated MTBF exceeding 35,000
hours.

Output Circuit

The output of the TWT fed to the integrated output waveguide assembly comprised of the
circulator/loads, harmonic filter and three-port directional coupler.

The high power isolator provides a low VSWR source to the external waveguide run and
antenna feed, and protects the TWT from excessive high reflected power resulting from
external faults. The isolator will continuously dissipate the reflected power of a 2.0:1
VSWR load (11 percent of the rated power), and will withstand safely reflected power
equal to the full rated output of the SL-TWTA until the protection circuits shut off the RF
signal. The harmonic filter attenuates the second harmonic to levels at least 60 dB below
the fundamental output.

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The output directional coupler includes two forward ports and one reflected port. One
forward port provides an RF sample at a nominal -50 dBc. The second forward port and
the reflected power port are connected through the detector assembly to the Controller.

The metering signals are also used to activate the high/low RF power alarm and the high-
reflected-power fault protection circuit. The standard output RF interface is CPR-137F
waveguide flange.

Power Supply Assembly

Primary Power Distribution

The three-phase primary line enters the power supply (see Block Diagram in Figure 1)
through an easily mated commercial connector. At the time of order 208 VAC or
380/415 VAC operation should be specified. The amplifier will operate ±10% from
nameplate input voltage over 47 to 63 Hz.

From the input connector, AC power is routed through an EMI filter, and then on to the
main circuit breaker located on the power supply’s front panel. AC power then passes
through the step start circuit, which is used to limit in-rush current to <180% of steady
state during HV turn-on. From there, the AC power is rectified and filtered, then passed
to the power processor.

HV Generation and Regulation

The power processor converts the DC voltage to a 50 kHz AC voltage that is applied to
the HV transformer and rectifier. The HV rectifier’s output provides cathode, heater, and
collector voltages which are sampled and filtered on the HV filter/feedback board, then
sent to the RF box where they are applied to the TWT. Cathode and heater voltage
samples are fed from the HV filter/feedback board to the power processor as part of the
regulation scheme. Cathode voltage, beam current, helix current, heater voltage, and
heater current are monitored by the embedded control system.

A three-phase branch circuit supplies power to the RF section for the TWT blower and
DC power supplies for optional switch system.

Monitors & Controls

The control and monitor system is designed to assure correct operation of the power
amplifier and is easily maintained with minimal operator training and intervention. A
system of embedded controllers provides automatic sequencing of the SL-TWTA
voltages and continuous monitoring of critical parameters. A large, color TFT-LCD panel
(with wide viewing angle) clearly displays all operational information. All meter displays
are shown at the same time in both color coded bar graph and digital format. Fault and

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alarm trip points are integrated into the bar graphs using red and yellow indicators. The
membrane keypad provides for convenient control from the front panel. If a fault should
occur, the appropriate displays will assist the maintenance technician in isolating the fault
to a component or assembly. Table 1 presents a complete list of controls, displays, and
LED indicators keyed to their location on the front panels.

When control power is applied, the embedded control system self-tests internal functions
and initiates heater warm-up. Once the heater warm-up time delay is completed, the
standby indicator illuminates, signaling the operator that the beam voltage can be applied.
Depressing the Transmit key initiates normal operation. The controls can be keyed to
automatic leveling, which maintains a set output power against RF input variations.
Alternatively, the operator may depress the transmit key during the warm-up cycle, in
which case the beam voltage is applied automatically at completion of the warm-
up cycle.

In the event of AC prime power interruptions, the power supply will automatically
recycle to its pre- power-failure state when the AC power is reapplied. If the amplifier
was in the Transmit state prior to loss of AC power and the loss of power is less than a
few seconds, the amplifier will return immediately to the Transmit state. If the outage is
of longer duration, a proportional heater warm-up delay is inserted, after which the
amplifier transitions to the Transmit state. Maximum initial heater warm-up time is five
minutes.

The amplifier’s fault handling is tolerant of transient faults, returning the amplifier to the
state in which the fault occurred if appropriate. A Recycled Fault LED will blink on the
front panel to indicate that a properly functioning amplifier has experienced a problem.
If a fault occurs that warrants the permanent shutdown of the amplifier (high voltage is
turned off), the fault(s) will be clearly displayed with time and date stamp. To restart the
unit, the fault source must be cleared, and the Cancel key must be pressed in order to
reset the amplifier. To aid in fault troubleshooting, fault, activity and meter logs are kept
with time and date stamps. These may be read on the large color front panel display or
downloaded via the serial port. The control system also provides operational alarms.

The TL22CI’s event log stores fault, alarm and amplifier activity in addition to meter
readings that are taken once every five seconds. To make the best use of the memory
available for the event log, a memory saving algorithm eliminates redundant readings so
that long term trends, such as a rise in helix current, may be readily observed. Meter
readings associated with the fault events are always saved as a troubleshooting aid. The
event log will hold at least five years worth of amplifier activity, or around 2000 entries.

External interface connections are located on the rear of the RF chassis, and include serial
ports for a remote control panel, computer interface, and auxiliary interface. Additionally,
switch controller interfaces are available. A built-in switch controller handles up to 1:4
systems. An ethernet adapter and uplink power control are available as options.

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Computer Interfaces

The standard TL22CI series permits computer control and monitoring through an
RS-422/485 (4-wire) serial data bus. This capability provides the operator with a
convenient, reliable means to monitor and control the power amplifiers at a remote,
unattended earth station. RS-232 is also available.

Mechanical Design

The TL22CI series is packaged in as single, sturdy, aluminum enclosure that provides
convenient access for service and maintenance. The amplifier is designed to be mounted
in standard 19” racks using chassis slides.

The power supply is designed with major testpoints accessible without removing the
cover. If servicing is required, the power supply is modular and designed to allow quick
troubleshooting at the subassembly level. Mean time to repair (MTTR) is typically 30
minutes.

The SL-TWTA is designed for space-constrained locations. Each amplifier is 15.75” high
(9 RU), providing for 22.75” of extra space per standard rack when three SL-TWTAs are
mounted together. About 3 feet (1 m) of space should be reserved in front of the rack for
pulling the chassis out. All electrical interface connections and exhaust ducting for the
TWT cooling air are at the rear. Nearly all maintenance activities can be accomplished
from the front of the equipment.

TL22CI amplifiers are cooled entirely by forced airflow. All required blowers and fans
are built into the RF and power supply enclosures. As with all high value equipment,
use of shelter-conditioned air is highly recommended for maximum reliability.

The enclosure utilizes a large, internally mounted DC blower to cool the TWT’s
collector. Unencumbered by external ducting, this blower provides air mass flow rates of
500 lbs/hour in the C-band amplifier at any prime power voltage or frequency, up to
10,000 feet. This is equivalent to providing 135 cfm of air at sea level. For the collector
cooling, the inlet and outlet ducts are 6” (15.2 cm) and 5” (12.7 cm) respectively and are
flanged. In order to guarantee sufficient air flow, external, customer supplied ductwork
attached to these flanges must introduce no more than 0.5 inch (1.27 cm.) of total
backpressure for each amplifier. This value includes the effects of all bends and air
filters. An air filter which traps at least 70% of particles 5 microns or greater must be
used on the air inlet ductwork. For reliable operation, this filter should be changed
periodically. Consult factory for design assistance.

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The SL-TWTA series of amplifiers is significantly quieter than other TWT based high
power amplifiers. The maximum measured acoustic noise at 3 feet (1 meter) is less than
65 dBA. This is due to the use of fan speed control to match the blower output with the
environment.

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Control Keys and Serial Connections Fault/Alarm Displays,
Pushbuttons continued
Remote Serial
Control Keys Connector: 9-socket D-shell Beam Overcurrent
Transmit Hardware Support: RS 422/485 Beam Overvoltage
Standby 4-wire serial interface Beam Undervoltage
Local/Remote/Computer Ethernet (option) connector: RJ-45 Heater Overcurrent
(Control) Ethernet H/W Sppt: 10 base T wire Heater Undercurrent
Channel (Select) Heater Overvoltage
Cancel CIF Serial TWT Overtemperature
RF Inhibit Connector: 9-socket D-shell Low Cooling Air Flow
Set RF Power Hardware Support: RS-232 driver Power Supply Overtemperature
Digits 0 through 9 and RS-422/485 4-wire serial Loss of AC Power
Decimal Point interface , front panel selectable Low RF Fault
SoftKeys F1-F9 Low RF Alarm
Rotary Control for Up/Down Switch Systems/Ext. I/F – 50 Socket High RF Fault
Right (For Screen Navigation) D-shell with the following features: Low RF Fault
• Drive and monitor ten waveguide
Control Functions switches Interrupt Displays
• RS-485 2-wire port for switch
From Menu (Resulting in RF Inhibit)
controller use
• Status monitoring for five
Set RF Power, in watts amplifiers External RF Inhibit
Set RF Power, in dBW W/G Switch (In Motion)
• Legacy support for Gen II style
Set RF Attenuator, in dB RF Inhibit Command
channel changer BCD interface
Set Auto RF Leveling: On/Off (command source is displayed)
(command only)
Set Low RF Output Fault and Alarm
• Two opto-isolated inputs for
Set High RF Output Fault and Alarm Alarm Displays (Flashing)
external interlocks (RF Inhibit and
Set Reflected RF Fault
Fault)
Display Fault Log Low RF Output
Display Activity Log High RF Output
Gen IV Style Discrete Remote Port
Display Meter Log
Connector: 25-socket D-shell
Test All Display and LEDs
Set User Time Delay
Hardware Support: Five opto-isolated LEDs
command inputs, and five NO/NC relay
Power Supply Settings
contact closures for status Heater Time Delay
Factory Tests
Beam On
Metering Displays Fault/Alarm Displays Standby
(resulting in trip) Rault
Input Power, in watts or dBm (option) Recycled Fault
Output Power, in watts, dBw or dBm Bus A Overcurrent Fault RF Inhibit
Reflected Power in watts, dBw or dBm Bus B Overcurrent Fault
Attenuation in dB Bus Overcurrent Fault
Beam Voltage in KV +15 V Power Supply Fault
Beam Current in Amps External Interlock, Latched
Helix Current in Milliamps External Interlock, Non-latched
Heater Voltage in Volts Circulator Over Temperature
Heater Current in Amps High Reflected Power
Beam On Elapsed Time Helix Overcurrent
Heater On Elapsed Time

Table 1. Controls, Displays and LED Indicators

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 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
The following specifications limits and characteristics apply to the TL22CI Series TWT
High Powered Amplifier.

Electrical

Frequency Range Standard 5.850 – 6.650 GHz

Optional 5.850 – 6.725 GHz
Optional 5.725 – 6.525 GHz

TWT Rated Power 2.25 kW peak min. (63.54 dBm)

Rated Output Power 1000 W min. (60.00 dBm)

Bandwidth 800 MHz, 1225 MHz optional

Gain (at rated output) 75 dB min.

Small Signal Gain 78 dB min.

Output Power Adjustability 0 to -30 dB of output with

0.1 dB typical resolution

Output Meter Range 30 dB, ±0.5 dB accuracy

Gain Stability vs. Time ±0.25 dB/24 hr. max. at constant

drive and temperature

Gain Stability vs. Temp. 1 dB max. from 20º to 40ºC;

±2.5 dB max. from 0º to 50ºC
(at constant drive)

Small Signal Gain Variation 0.5 dB pk-pk max. over 40 MHz;

1.0 dB pk-pk max. over 40 MHz
w/linearizer option
3.0 dB pk-pk over 800 MHz band;
4.0 dB pk-pk over 800 Mhz
w/linearizer option;
5.0 dB pk-pk over 800 Mhz
w/BUC option;
6.0 dB pk-pk over 800 Mhz
w/BUC and linearizer options
Add 1 dB to the above for 1225 MHz

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 Electrical, continued

Gain Slope 0.02 dB/MHz max.

Input VSWR 1.25:1 max.

Output VSWR 1.25:1 max.

Load VSWR 2.0:1 max. for full spec.

compliance. Any value for
operation without damage.

Residual AM -50 dBc max. below 10 kHz;

(see note 1) -20 [1.5 + log F(kHz)] max.,
10 kHz – 500 kHz;
-85 dBc max. above 500 kHz

AM/PM Conversion 6º/dB max.;

2º/dB max. with optional linearizer

Harmonic Output -80 dBc (-35 dBc second, -50 dBc third
without harmonic filter)

Noise and Spurious <-150 dBW/4 kHz, 3.7 to 4.2 GHz;

<-65 dBW/4 kHz, 4.2 to 12.0 GHz;
<-60 dBW/4 kHz, 4.2 to 12.0 GHz
w/linearizer option
<-110 dBW/MHz, 12.0 to 40 GHz

Phase Noise (see note 1) Exceeds requirements of IESS-308/309

by -10 dB, at -10 dB backoff
-50 dBc AC fundamental related;
-47 dBc sum of all spurs;

Intermodulation, with two equal -23.5 dBc max., 5.850 – 6.425 GHz
carriers (-25 dBc max. @ 890 W w/linearizer);
-22 dBc max., 6.425 – 6.650 GHz
(-24 dBc max. @ 890 W w/linearizer);

Group Delay, at -10 dB 0.01 ns/MHz linear max.

backoff, in any 40 MHz band 0.001 ns/MHz parabolic max.
0.5 ns pk-pk ripple max.

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 Electrical, continued

Primary Power (see note 2) All ratings are ±10%, 47-63 Hz, 5-wire
3-phase with neutral and ground:
200 to 240 VAC (with or w/o neutral);
380 to 415 VAC

Power Consumption 5.0 kW max. Typical values for the

following RF linear power levels, with
regard to rated:
4.5 kW @ 1000 W
3.8 kW @ 800 W
3.5 kW @ 600 W
3.3 kW @ 400 W
2.9 kW @ 200 W
2.5 kW @ 100 W

Power Factor 0.95 min.

Inrush Current 180% of normal line current peak, max.

Notes:
1. Prime power AC line unbalance not to exceed 3%. Excess imbalance may cause an increase in
residual RF noise (AM, FM and PM). Phase noise increase is typically 2.5 dB/% inbalance.
2. AC current harmonic content: less than 20%; primarily fifth and seventh harmonics. Harmonics
must be considered when choosing UPS sources.

Environmental

Ambient Temperature -10º to + 50ºC operating;

-20º to + 70ºC non-operating

Relative Humidity 95%, non-condensing

Altitude 10,000 ft. (3000 m) with standard

adiabatic temp. derating of max.
temperature by -2ºC/1000 ft. or
6.5ºC/km; 40,000 ft non-operating

Shock & Vibration As normally encountered in satellite

earth stations and shipping

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 Mechanical

RF Input Connection Type N Female

RF Output Connection CPR-137F Flange

RF Power Monitors Type N Female

Dimensions, (W x H x D) 19 x 15.75 x 24 in.

(483 x 400 x 610 mm)

Weight net 155 lbs. (70.5 kg)

Cooling Forced air with integral DC blower

Air Flow Rate 135 cfm min. at sea level at 25ºC

External Duct Backpressure, 0.5 inch water gauge max. total

TWT cooling

Heat Dissipation Ducted Outside Room 4,500 W max.

Heat Dissipation Inside Room 750 W max.

Acoustic Noise 65 dBA nominal, measured 3 ft from

Front panels
Characteristics and performance limits are based on current data and are subject to change without
notice. Please contact CPI Satcom Division before using this information for system design.

Options and Accessories

A few options and accessory items have been designed for use with the CPI SL-TWTA.
A brief description of the items now available is as follows.

Ethernet Interface

The ethernet adapter provides another communication port through which the TWTA can
be controlled. The Ethernet adapter provides an industry-standard 10 Base-T interface
that supports the TCP/IP, FTP, and NTP protocols. Because of the Ethernet port’s high
speed, communicating with the amplifier is much faster: log downloads and software
uploads take mere seconds. The FTP protocol allows the user to download logs from, and
upload firmware to, the TWTA.

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 Options and Accessories, continued

Remote Control Panel

The Remote Control Panel is a 19 inch rack-mountable, 10.5 inches high, 12 inches deep
and weighs 10 lbs. It mimics all of the controls and indicators of the main (local) control
panel. The Remote Control Panel communicates with the TWTA via serial interface. The
panel requires a source of AC power, and includes the connectors for the interconnect
cable from the SL-TWTA, but normally not the cable, whose length depends on the
specific application. Remote control/monitor panels are also available for use with the
various Switching Subsystems and Phase Combiner Subsystems.

Protection Switching

A 1:1 Switching Subsystem consists of an output waveguide switch and dummy load.
The control is housed inside the amplifier. The waveguide assembly may be mounted
behind or over the SL-TWTAs. The circuit provides 1:1 redundant protection with
automatic transfer or manual operation, local or remote, as selected by the operator. An
optional remote panel is available. Options are also available for the addition of an input
power divider or a ganged input transfer switch.

More complex 1:N switching systems, with optional combining, can also be provided.

Power/Phase Combining

Power/Phase Combiner consists of a coaxial input divider network, phase shifter and an
output waveguide combining system. The combiner is an electrically operated 4 position
device, which provides the following operating modes:

1. HPA1 and HPA2 combined on line (antenna)

2. HPA1 on line, HPA2 into dummy load
3. HPA2 on line, HPA1 into dummy load
4. HPA1 and HPA2 combined to dummy load

In the normal combining mode a fault in one PA will automatically switch the combiner
to mode (2) or (3), resulting in “soft fail protection,” by providing full output from the
surviving PA. In the manual mode the operator may select any one of the four operating
modes.

The combiner assembly may be mounted in the rack or installed in an auxiliary rack.

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 Options and Accessories, continued

Linearizer

The optional linearizer provides an improvement in AM/PM, third order intermodulation

products spectral regrowth and NPR performance. A linearized unit operating at 3 dB
total output backoff and a non-linearized unit operating at 7dB total output backoff would
have similar performance for these four parameters. The linearizer can be tuned through
the front panel, optional remote panel, or computer interface ports.

Block Up Converter

An optional internal, L-Band Upconverter can be provided. A block up converter (BUC)

is a frequency converter that translates the industry-standard L-band frequency range up
to the RF frequency of the host amplifier. The BUC is integrated into the amplifier's
enclosure so that the customer does not need to worry about it. This lowers the frequency
of the amplifier's input so that the cabling to the amplifier can be much less expensive.
The BUC translates the entire frequency range of the amplifier, not just one transponder
like narrow-band single-transponder up converters.

Incorporating a BUC in CPI amplifiers allows the customer to eliminate the single
transponder up converters used previously. This saves the customer the cost of multiple
up converters, one for each transponder.

CPI's BUCs use DRO (Dielectric Resonant Oscillators) that can operate independently,
or be phase locked to a high-stability reference. The reference signal is brought into the
amplifier by multiplexing the reference onto the cable carrying the input signals, so that
no extra cables are required.

This simplifies the end-user's system design. Options are available for internal, external
or Muxed reference signals. Refer to CPI document MKT-74 for a complete technical
description.

Others

An input drive meter is available for the front panel display, and an Input RF Sample Port
is available via a Type N connector on the rear panel.

Support Services

Documentation

CPI Satcom Division provides a commercial documentation package with all products.
The content of each package is determined by the nature of the product concerned, and
the quantity is governed by contractual requirements. The standard package for Satcom

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 Support Services, continued

power amplifiers includes a comprehensive installation and operation manual, outline and
interface drawings, a manufacturing test report and spare parts lists. Outline and interface
drawings provide dimensions and the location and size of mounting holes, duct work and
waveguide, so that site preparations can be accomplished prior to receipt of the
equipment.

The Installation & Operation Manual provides instructions for unpacking and installation,
initial set-up, calibration, normal operation, and routine maintenance of the equipment.
The manual includes schematic diagrams, block diagrams, and wiring information
sufficient for use by maintenance personnel.

The Acceptance Test Report outlines the test performance limits established. Space is
provided on the test report for recording and certifying the test results. The spare parts
documentation consists of a recommended spare parts list to support the equipment for a
one-to-two year period of operation. A CSI Acceptance Test can be performed at
customer’s option, which will repeat and verify results of selected performance tests that
were already recorded in the standard acceptance test. An optional set of acceptance tests
can also be performed.

Training

CPI Satcom Division is prepared to conduct training courses covering the installation,
operation and maintenance of its equipment. The training course on high power
amplifiers consists of lectures using training material, such as technical service manuals
and drawings, plus actual operation and adjustments demonstrated on the equipment.

Small training groups (up to five students) assure the customer that each student has an
opportunity to participate fully in demonstration activities. Courses may be conducted at
the CPI factory or on-site. Course duration varies from one to two days, depending on the
scope of work agreed upon.

Field Service

The product support activity of CPI includes a staff of experienced, professional service
technicians to assist users in maintaining full performance from their CPI power
amplifiers. A telephone “hot line” permits access to one of these technicians on a 24-hour
per day basis. Operational problems often can be diagnosed, corrective action prescribed,
and normal operation restored through telephone consultation. When appropriate, service
technicians are prepared to give on-site assistance.

Product Support carries a large inventory of spare parts that can be made ready for
shipment within 24 hours. Coupled with a dedicated dial-in telephone line, this service is
effective in aiding users to restore equipment to operational status with minimum

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 Support Services, continued

downtime. Technical assistance and factory approved replacement parts are also available
at strategically located Regional Service Centers in the U.S.A., India, South America,
Africa, Europe and the Pacific Rim.

TL22CI Series Super Linear TWTA 02/08 TD-140 Page 16

 Figure 1. TL22CI Series SL-TWTA Power Supply Block Diagram

TL22CI Super Linear TWTA 02/08 TD-140 Page 17

 Figure 2. TL22CI Series RF Block Diagram (ref. 01032001)

TL22CI Super Linear TWTA 02/08 TD-140 Page 18

 Figure 3. Outline, Super Linear High Power TWTA (ref. 01032002)

TL22CI Super Linear TWTA 02/08 TD-140 Page 19

cpsi

SPECIFICATIONS Cage Code Sheet 1 of 3 Class Size DWG. NO. Rev

59782 A A 01032006 B

APPLICATION REVISIONS

Next Assembly Used On LTR DESCRIPTION ECO DATE Approved

TL22CI 1 PRE-RLEASE 8/17/04 MJC

2 UPDATE 11/15/04 JAL

3 UPDATE 2/15/05 BP

4 UPDATE SPACE 4 2/17/05 BP

5 UPDATE SPACE 7 & 8 2/28/05 BP

6 UPDATE EXAMPLE NOTE SHT 1 4/6/05 BP

6 ENG RELEASE A03453 5/5/05 BP

7 INC ECO (ADD REMOTE PANEL A03600 10/3/05 BP

ACCESSORY, CHG SPACE 3 TO
RESERVED, ADD SPACE 9)

A INC ECO A03748 5/18/06 ON/BP

B INC ECO A04000 1/15/07 BP/HW/JQ

FAMILY CONFIGURATION AND OPTIONS,

2.25KW C-BAND SUPERLINEAR HPA (SLHPA),
5.725 – 7.075 GHz
BASIC MODEL NO. OPTION CODES
TL22CI XXXXXXXXX

NOTES:
1. 0 (ZERO) MUST BE FILLED IN WHERE NO OPTION IS REQUIRED. ALL SPACES FOLLOWING
THE BASIC MODEL NUMBER MUST BE COMPLETED TO DEFINE COMPLETE UNIT.
2. LOCATIONS 8 AND 9 ARE FOR SPECIAL OPTIONS.
3. SHIP KIT PART NUMBER 0103208000
4. TOP LEVEL RF ASSY PART NUMBER 0103200000
5. POWER SUPPLY: 01032010-XX (SEE 1ST SPACE SHT 2 FOR XX)

EXAMPLE: TL22CI-1A0000000 IS A 2.25KW C-BAND SLHPA WITH 208/120V INPUT, 5.85 - 6.65 GHz 2.25 kW TWT,
IPA WITH ATTENUATOR OPTION, NO BLOCK UPCONVERTER, STANDARD SWITCH SYSTEM SOFTWARE,
2005 MODEL SOFTWARE, AND NO SPECIAL OPTIONS.

UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED CONTRACT NUMBER MATERIAL:

JAL 11/10/04
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES DR. SPEC NO.

DEC: 1PL + .1 2PL + .02 CHK FINISH:

3PL + .005 FRAC + 1/64 APPD Design Activity Approval

ANG + 1 deg SUR APPD Customer Approval

 cpsi

SPECIFICATIONS Cage Code Sheet 2 of 3 Class Size DWG. NO. Rev

59782 A A 01032006 B

BASIC MODEL NUMBER OPTION CODES BASIC RF TOP ASSY

TL22CI XXXXXXXXX 0103200000

SPACE OPTION OPTION

LOCATION CODE OPTION DESCRIPTION PART NO.

1ST AC LINE VOLTAGE - 1ST SPACE

1 200-208 L-L/115-120 L-N VAC 50/60 Hz 0103201000
2 380-415 L-L/220-240 L-N VAC 50/60 Hz 0103201001

2ND TWT/RF OPTION - 2ND SPACE

A TWT, 2.25 KW, 5.85 TO 6.65 GHz (STD) 0103200800
OUTPUT COMP, 5.725 TO 6.65 GHz 0103200700
B TWT, 2.25 KW, 5.850 TO 7.075 GHz (Currently not available) 0103200801
OUTPUT COMP, 5.85 TO 7.10 GHz 0103200701
C TWT, 2.25 KW, 5.725 TO 6.525 GHz 0103200802
OUTPUT COMP, 5.725 TO 6.65 GHz 0103200700
D TWT, 2.25 KW, 5.85 TO 6.725 GHz 0103200804
OUTPUT COMP, 5.85 TO 7.10 GHz 0103200701
X NO TWT (FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY) NONE

3RD RESERVED
0 NONE (STD) NONE

4TH LINEARIZER - 4TH SPACE

0 IPA w/ Attenuator ONLY, 5.725 – 6.725 GHz (STD) 0103209000
A IPA w/ Attenuator ONLY, 5.85 – 7.075 GHz (Currently not available) 0103209001
B INTEGRAL, 5.725 – 6.65 GHz 0103209100
(Combo LIPA – includes IPA/attenuator)
C* INTEGRAL, 5.85 – 7.075 GHz LIPA 0103209101
(Combo LIPA – includes IPA/attenuator)
*(NOTE: Space 4 code C used with Space 2 code B or D only)

5TH BLOCK UPCONVERTER (BUC)

0 NONE Standard NONE
M MUX Ref (5.85-6.725GHz) 0103208200
A INTL 10MHz Ref (5.85-6.725GHz) 0103208201

6TH SWITCH SYSTEM SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

0 STANDARD NONE
A SPECIAL (CUSTOMER DEFINED)

7TH CONTROLLER SOFTWARE SET

B SUPERLINEAR HPA (2005) 0103211600

NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS RECEIVING THIS DRAWING

This drawing is only conditionally issued, and neither receipt nor possession thereof confers or transfers any right in or license to use, the subject matter of the drawing or any design or technical information show thereon, nor
any right to reproduce this drawing or any part thereof except for the manufacture by vendor's of CPI and for manufacture under the Corporation's written license. No right to reproduce this drawing is granted unless by written
agreement with or written permission from the Corporation.
 cpsi

SPECIFICATIONS Cage Code Sheet 3 of 3 Class Size DWG. NO. Rev

59782 A A 01032006 B

8TH & 9TH SPECIAL OPTION

00 NONE
01 TWT RF DRIVE METERING 0103209300
02 FILTERED CIF PORT (J2) 0103057200
04 RF INPUT MONITOR (C-BAND MON) 0103205000
05 ETHERNET ADAPTER 0103062700
JA CUSTOMIZED RF/ELECTRICAL SPEC (Details must be specified in Customer Order)

Accessories:

Remote Control 0102702402

Remote Control Interface cable 01029708XX TO BE USED. XX=CABLE LENGTH IN FEET.
EXAMPLE 0102970822 IS 22 FEET LONG. 1,000 FEET MAX)

Note: When a Remote Control Accessory is selected, additional Front Panel Controller Software is required for Remote
Panel as follows-
When code B at space 7 is selected, use 0103211601 Front Panel Controller Software.

Note: For historical reference-

The following Model #s and S/N's were defined when this document (0103200600) was at revision A or older.
Spaces 7 & 8 (code 05 Ethernet Option) was Special Options and Space 9 (code B) was Superlinear Software Set.
S/O Model # S/N
72278 TL22CI-1AEB0000 SD4271E5
72278 TL22CI-1AEB0000 SD4272E5
72278 TL22CI-1AEB0000 SD4273E5
74053 TL22CI-2AEB0000 SAA4608G5
74053 TL22CI-2AEB0000 SAA5132G5
75363 TL22CI-2A0B0005B SAA5801L5
75353 TL22CI-2A0B0005B SAA5803L5
74151 TL22CI-1A0B0005B SAA5802L5

NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS RECEIVING THIS DRAWING

This drawing is only conditionally issued, and neither receipt nor possession thereof confers or transfers any right in or license to use, the subject matter of the drawing or any design or technical information show thereon, nor
any right to reproduce this drawing or any part thereof except for the manufacture by vendor's of CPI and for manufacture under the Corporation's written license. No right to reproduce this drawing is granted unless by written
agreement with or written permission from the Corporation.
 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
CONNECTOR INTERFACES REVISIONS
ZONE LTR DESCRIPTION ECO DATE APPROVED
REF DES CONNECTOR TYPE CONNECTOR MATE FUNCTION
2 CHG FRONT AND REAR VIEWS 10/15/04 BP
J1 25 SOC D SUB 25 PIN D SUB DISCRETE REMOTE 3 CORRECT DESRIPTIONS J10, J11 2/22/05
(AMP# 745783-2) (AMP# 207464-2) SWITCH PORT BP
4 ADD 10MHz EXTERNAL REF INPUT 6/25/05 BP
9 SOC D SUB 9 PIN D SUB
J2 CIF
(AMP# 745781-2) (AMP# 205204-4) 4 ENG REL A03509 6/27/05 BP
9 SOC D SUB 9 PIN D SUB
J3 (AMP# 205204-4)
REMOTE
(AMP# 745781-2)
9 SOC D SUB 9 PIN D SUB
J4 RS-232
D (AMP# 745781-2) (AMP# 205204-4) D
J5 15 SOC D SUB 15 PIN D SUB
(AMP# 745782-2) (AMP# 205206-3) CAN/24VDC
50 SOC D SUB 50 PIN D SUB SWITCH CONTROL
J6 (AMP# 745116-2) INTERFACE
(AMP# 205212-3)
J7 TYPE 'N' FEMALE TYPE 'N' MALE RF INPUT

J8 CPR-137 GROOVED CPR-137 FLAT

W/10-32UNC-2B RF OUTPUT
W/ STD THRU HOLES
J9 15 SOC HD D SUB 15 PIN HD D SUB NOT USED
(AMP# 748390-5) (AMP# 748364-1)
J10 TYPE 'N' FEMALE TYPE 'N' MALE RF OUTPUT SAMPLE

J11 TYPE 'N' FEMALE TYPE 'N' MALE RF INPUT SAMPLE

10 MHz TYPE 'BNC' FEMALE TYPE 'BNC' MALE 10MHz EXTERNAL REF J8 RF OUTPUT
REF J11 CPR-137G WITH
10-32UNC-2B HOLES
J9 J7 RF INPUT
TYPE "N" FEMALE
J5
C 482.60 346.08
BUC OPTION C
10MHz REF
19.00 650.88 13.63 INPUT
8.74 465.12 101.60
25.63 J3
.34 18.31 4.00
152.40 127
6.00 5.00
AIR INTAKE AIR EXHAUST

101.60
4.00

399.26 298.93
15.72 11.77

120.65 358.19
4.75 14.10

2X
209.85
8.26
B

01032002
101.60
4.00

88.65
3.49
37.69
1.48

606.43 425.45
J4 23.88 RF OUTPUT INTERFACE 16.75

D
J10 3.18 609.60
.13 24.00 J2
670.64
26.40 J1
42.32
1.67 AC INPUT
J6 TERMINAL BLOCK

QTY IDENTIFYING NUMBER DESCRIPTION CODE IDENT ITEM

LIST OF MATERIALS
THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF COMMUNICATIONS & POWER INDUSTRIES
REPRODUCTION OR RELEASE WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES DR B. PATO 10/11/04

A DECIMALS: 1PL ± .1 2PL ± .02

A
CHK B. PATO 6/27/05
3PL ± .005 FRAC ± 1/64
SURFACE
OUTLINE, 2KW
ANGLE ± 1°
MATERIAL
FINISH APPD SUPER LINEAR HPA
1. WORKMANSHIP IAW CMP STANDARD QA500/M.
APPD SIZE FSCM NO. DWG NO. REV
[MM] -00 01032000 TL22CI SEE LM
NOTES: UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED INCH DASH
NO.
NEXT ASSEMBLY USED ON D 59782 01032002 4
APPLICATION SPEC NO. SCALE 3/8 CLASS B SHEET 1 OF 1

8 7 6 5 4 3 CAD= F:\INDOOR\01032002