AVT E C H

ELECTROSYSTEMS

N A N O S E C O N D

P.O. BOX 265

OGDENSBURG, NY
U.S.A. 13669-0265

W AVE F O R M E L E CT RO NIC S
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TEL: 888-670-8729 (USA & Canada) or +1-613-686-6675 (Intl)

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info@avtechpulse.com

LTD.

http://www.avtechpulse.com/

INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL AVR-E3A-C
100 VOLT, 200 kHz, 10 500 ns
HIGH SPEED PULSE GENERATOR
WITH 1.2 ns RISE TIMES

SERIAL NUMBER: ____________

BOX 5120, LCD MERIVALE

OTTAWA, ONTARIO
CANADA K2C 3H5

WARRANTY
Avtech Electrosystems Ltd. warrants products of its manufacture to be free from
defects in material and workmanship under conditions of normal use. If, within
one year after delivery to the original owner, and after prepaid return by the
original owner, this Avtech product is found to be defective, Avtech shall at its
option repair or replace said defective item. This warranty does not apply to
units which have been dissembled, modified or subjected to conditions
exceeding the applicable specifications or ratings. This warranty is the extent of
the obligation assumed by Avtech with respect to this product and no other
warranty or guarantee is either expressed or implied.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Phone: 888-670-8729 (USA & Canada) or +1-613-686-6675 (International)
Fax: 800-561-1970 (USA & Canada) or +1-613-686-6679 (International)
E-mail: info@avtechpulse.com
World Wide Web: http://www.avtechpulse.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY......................................................................................................................2
TECHNICAL SUPPORT....................................................................................................2
TABLE OF CONTENTS....................................................................................................3
INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................5
AVAILABLE OPTIONS............................................................................................................ 5

SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................6
REGULATORY NOTES.....................................................................................................7
FCC PART 18.......................................................................................................................... 7
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...................................................................................7
DIRECTIVE 2002/95/EC (RoHS).............................................................................................8
DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC (WEEE)............................................................................................8
AC POWER SUPPLY REGULATORY NOTES........................................................................9

INSTALLATION...............................................................................................................10
VISUAL CHECK.................................................................................................................... 10
POWER RATINGS................................................................................................................. 10
CONNECTION TO THE POWER SUPPLY............................................................................10
PROTECTION FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK............................................................................11
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS.........................................................................................12

FUSES.............................................................................................................................13
AC FUSE REPLACEMENT...................................................................................................13
DC FUSE REPLACEMENT...................................................................................................14
FUSE RATINGS..................................................................................................................... 14

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS..........................................................................................15

REAR PANEL CONTROLS............................................................................................17
GENERAL INFORMATION.............................................................................................19
BASIC TEST ARRANGEMENT.............................................................................................19
GENERAL OPERATING NOTES...........................................................................................19

MINIMIZING WAVEFORM DISTORTIONS.....................................................................21

USE 50 OHM TRANSMISSION LINES AND LOADS............................................................21
USE LOW-INDUCTANCE LOADS.........................................................................................21

PREVENTING DAMAGE................................................................................................21
MECHANICAL INFORMATION......................................................................................22

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TOP COVER REMOVAL....................................................................................................... 22
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE..............................................................................22

MAINTENANCE..............................................................................................................23
REGULAR MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................23
CLEANING............................................................................................................................ 23

WIRING DIAGRAMS.......................................................................................................24
WIRING OF AC POWER.......................................................................................................24
PCB 158Q - LOW VOLTAGE POWER SUPPLY, 1/3............................................................25
PCB 158Q - LOW VOLTAGE POWER SUPPLY, 2/3............................................................26
PCB 158Q - LOW VOLTAGE POWER SUPPLY, 3/3............................................................27
PCB 235B - HIGH VOLTAGE DC POWER SUPPLY.............................................................28
PCB 126D - OSCILLATOR AND TRIGGER CIRCUIT...........................................................29
PCB 241B - PULSE WIDTH CONTROL...............................................................................30
PCB 206B - PRF LIMITER....................................................................................................31
MAIN WIRING........................................................................................................................ 32

PERFORMANCE CHECK SHEET.................................................................................33

Manual Reference: /fileserver2/officefiles/instructword/avr-e/AVR-E3A-C,ed3.odt.
Last modified January 14, 2016.
Copyright 2016 Avtech Electrosystems Ltd, All Rights Reserved.

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INTRODUCTION
The AVR-E3A-C is a high performance instrument capable of generating 100V into 50
loads. The rise time is less than 1.2 ns. The fall time is less than 3 ns for pulse widths
less than 15 ns, and less than 2 ns for for wider pulses. The pulse width is variable
from 10 ns to 500 ns, subject to a 2% duty cycle limit. The maximum pulse repetition
frequency is 200 kHz.
Instruments with the "-P" model suffix can generate up to +100V, whereas instruments
with the "-N" model suffix can generate up to -100V. Instruments with the "-PN" suffix
can generate both polarities.
A 50 Ohm load is required for proper operation. The output stage may be damaged if
the output is not terminated into a 50 load. The output is AC-coupled.
This instrument is intended for use in research and development laboratories.
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
This instrument is available with several options:
-EA Option: the amplitude can be controlled by an externally generated 0 to +10V
analog control voltage.
-EW Option: the pulse width can be controlled by an externally generated 0 to +10V
analog control voltage.
-OS Option: an externally generated DC offset (in the range of 0 to 25V, 250 mA
maximum) can be added to the output.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model:
Maximum amplitude3: (50 load8)
Rise time (20%-80%):
Fall time (80%-20%):
Pulse width (FWHM):
Maximum PRF:
Maximum duty cycle:
Polarity:
DC offset or bias insertion:
Trigger modes:
Variable delay (Sync to main out):
Propagation delay:
Jitter: (Ext trig in to pulse out)
Sync output:
Connectors:
Power requirements:
Dimensions (H x W x D):
Chassis material:
Temperature range:

AVR-E3A-C1
100V
1.2 ns
2.0 ns7
10 to 500 ns
200 kHz
2.00%
Positive or negative or both (specify4)
Option available5. Apply required DC offset or bias in the range of 25 Volts,
(250 mA max) to back panel solder terminals.
Internal trigger, or external trigger
(TTL level pulse, > 10 ns, 1 k input impedance),
0 to 200 ns, for internal trigger mode only.
No variable delay in external trigger mode.
160 ns (Ext trig in to pulse out)
35ps 0.015% of sync delay
+3 Volts, 100 ns, will drive 50 Ohm loads
Out: SMA,
Other: BNC
100 - 240 Volts, 50 - 60 Hz
100 mm x 430 mm x 375 mm (3.9 x 17 x 14.8)
cast aluminum frame and handles, blue vinyl on aluminum cover plates
+5C to +40C

1) -C suffix indicates stand-alone lab instrument with internal clock and line powering. (See http://www.avtechpulse.com/formats for additional details of

the four basic instrument formats).

2) -B suffix indicates IEEE-488.2 GPIB and RS-232 control of amplitude, pulse width, PRF and delay (see http://www.avtechpulse.com/gpib).

3) For operation at amplitudes of less than 10% of full-scale, best results will be obtained by setting the amplitude near full-scale and using external
attenuators on the output.
4) Indicate desired polarity by suffixing model number with -P or -N (i.e. positive or negative) or -PN for dual polarity option. Polarity reversal achieved
by means of a two-position switch that controls the polarity of the signal output port on -C units, and via keypad control on -B units. -PN option not
available on -W3 units.
5) For DC offset option suffix model number with -OS.
6) Add the suffix -VXI to the model number to specify the Ethernet port..
7) Fall time increases to < 3 ns for pulse widths less than 15 ns.
8) A 50 load is required. Other loads may damage the instrument. Consult Avtech (info@avtechpulse.com) if you need to drive other load
impedances.

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REGULATORY NOTES
FCC PART 18
This device complies with part 18 of the FCC rules for non-consumer industrial,
scientific and medical (ISM) equipment.
This instrument is enclosed in a rugged metal chassis and uses a filtered power entry
module (where applicable). The main output signal is provided on a shielded connector
that is intended to be used with shielded coaxial cabling and a shielded load. Under
these conditions, the interference potential of this instrument is low.
If interference is observed, check that appropriate well-shielded cabling is used on the
output connectors. Contact Avtech (info@avtechpulse.com) for advice if you are unsure
of the most appropriate cabling. Also, check that your load is adequately shielded. It
may be necessary to enclose the load in a metal enclosure.
If any of the connectors on the instrument are unused, they should be covered with
shielded metal dust caps to reduce the interference potential.
This instrument does not normally require regular maintenance to minimize interference
potential. However, if loose hardware or connectors are noted, they should be
tightened. Contact Avtech (info@avtechpulse.com) if you require assistance.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We

Avtech Electrosystems Ltd.

P.O. Box 5120, LCD Merivale
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada K2C 3H5

declare that this pulse generator meets the intent of Directive 2004/108/EG for
Electromagnetic Compatibility. Compliance pertains to the following specifications as
listed in the official Journal of the European Communities:
EN 50081-1 Emission
EN 50082-1 Immunity

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and that this pulse generator meets the intent of the Low Voltage Directive 72/23/EEC
as amended by 93/68/EEC. Compliance pertains to the following specifications as
listed in the official Journal of the European Communities:
EN 61010-1:2001

Safety requirements for electrical equipment for

measurement, control, and laboratory use

DIRECTIVE 2002/95/EC (RoHS)

This instrument is exempt from Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and
of the Council of 27 January 2003 on the Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous
Substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment. Specifically, Avtech
instruments are considered "Monitoring and control instruments" (Category 9) as
defined in Annex 1A of Directive 2002/96/EC. The Directive 2002/95/EC only applies to
Directive 2002/96/EC categories 1-7 and 10, as stated in the "Article 2 - Scope" section
of Directive 2002/95/EC.
DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC (WEEE)
European customers who have purchased this equipment directly from Avtech will have
completed a WEEE Responsibility Agreement form, accepting responsibility for
WEEE compliance (as mandated in Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Union and
local laws) on behalf of the customer, as provided for under Article 9 of Directive
2002/96/EC.
Customers who have purchased Avtech equipment through local representatives
should consult with the representative to determine who has responsibility for WEEE
compliance. Normally, such responsibilities with lie with the representative, unless
other arrangements (under Article 9) have been made.
Requirements for WEEE compliance may include registration of products with local
governments, reporting of recycling activities to local governments, and financing of
recycling activities.

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AC POWER SUPPLY REGULATORY NOTES
This instrument converts the AC input power to the +24V DC voltage that powers the
internal circuitry of this instrument using a Tamura AAD130SD-60-A switching power
supply. According to the manufacturer, the Tamura AAD130SD-60-A has the following
certifications:
UL60950-1
IEC60950 -1
CSA C22.2 No. 60950- 1
EN60950 -1
and is compliant with:
EN61000-3-2
EN61000-4-2 Level 2
EN61000-4-2 Level 3 (Air Only)
EN61000-4-4 Level 3
EN61000-4-5 Level 3
EN61000-4-11
CISPR 11 and 22 FCC Part 15 Class B (conducted)

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INSTALLATION
VISUAL CHECK
After unpacking the instrument mainframe and the transformer module, examine to
ensure that they have not been damaged in shipment. Visually inspect all connectors,
knobs, and handles. Confirm that a power cord and an instrumentation manual (this
manual), are with the instrument. If the instrument has been damaged, file a claim
immediately with the company that transported the instrument.
POWER RATINGS
This instrument is intended to operate from 100 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz.
The maximum power consumption is 57 Watts. Please see the FUSES section for
information about the appropriate AC and DC fuses.
This instrument is an Installation Category II instrument, intended for operation from a
normal single-phase supply.
CONNECTION TO THE POWER SUPPLY
An IEC-320 three-pronged recessed male socket is provided on the back panel for AC
power connection to the instrument. One end of the detachable power cord that is
supplied with the instrument plugs into this socket. The other end of the detachable
power cord plugs into the local mains supply. Use only the cable supplied with the
instrument. The mains supply must be earthed, and the cord used to connect the
instrument to the mains supply must provide an earth connection. (The supplied cord
does this.)
Warning: Failure to use a grounded outlet may result in injury or death due to
electric shock. This product uses a power cord with a ground connection. It must be
connected to a properly grounded outlet. The instrument chassis is connected to the
ground wire in the power cord.
The table below describes the power cord that is normally supplied with this instrument,
depending on the destination region:

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Destination Region

Description

Option

Manufacturer

Part Number

United Kingdom, Hong Kong,

Singapore, Malaysia

BS 1363,
230V, 50 Hz

-AC00

Qualtek

370001-E01

Australia, New Zealand

AS 3112:2000,
230-240V, 50 Hz

-AC01

Qualtek

374003-A01

Continental Europe, Korea,

Indonesia, Russia

European CEE 7/7

Schuko 230V, 50 Hz

-AC02

Qualtek

364002-D01

North America, Taiwan

NEMA 5-15,
120V, 60 Hz

-AC03

Qualtek

312007-01

Switzerland

SEV 1011,
230V, 50 Hz

-AC06

Qualtek

378001-E01

South Africa, India

SABS 164-1,
220-250V, 50 Hz

-AC17

Volex

2131H 10 C3

Japan

JIS 8303,
100V, 50-60 Hz

-AC18

Qualtek

397002-01

Israel

SI 32,
220V, 50 Hz

-AC19

Qualtek

398001-01

China

GB 1002-1,
220V, 50 Hz

-AC22

Volex

2137H 10 C3

PROTECTION FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK

Operators of this instrument must be protected from electric shock at all times. The
owner must ensure that operators are prevented access and/or are insulated from
every connection point. In some cases, connections must be exposed to potential
human contact. Operators must be trained to protect themselves from the risk of
electric shock. This instrument is intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize
shock hazards and are familiar with safety precautions required to avoid possibly injury.
In particular, operators should:
1. Keep exposed high-voltage wiring to an absolute minimum.
2. Wherever possible, use shielded connectors and cabling.
3. Connect and disconnect loads and cables only when the instrument is turned off.
4. Keep in mind that all cables, connectors, oscilloscope probes, and loads must
have an appropriate voltage rating.
5. Do not attempt any repairs on the instrument, beyond the fuse replacement
procedures described in this manual. Contact Avtech technical support (see
page 2 for contact information) if the instrument requires servicing. Service is to
be performed solely by qualified service personnel.

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
This instrument is intended for use under the following conditions:
1.
2.
3.
4.

indoor use;
altitude up to 2 000 m;
temperature 5 C to 40 C;
maximum relative humidity 80 % for temperatures up to 31 C decreasing
linearly to 50 % relative humidity at 40 C;
5. Mains supply voltage fluctuations up to 10 % of the nominal voltage;
6. no pollution or only dry, non-conductive pollution.

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FUSES
This instrument contains four fuses. All are accessible from the rear-panel. Two protect
the AC prime power input, and two protect the internal DC power supplies. The
locations of the fuses on the rear panel are shown in the figure below:

Fuses #1 and #2
(AC fuses)

Fuse #4
(DC fuse)

Fuse #3
(DC fuse)

AC FUSE REPLACEMENT
To physically access the AC fuses, the power cord must be detached from the rear
panel of the instrument. The fuse drawer may then be extracted using a small flat-head
screwdriver, as shown below:

Pry out the fuse

drawer using a
screwdriver.

Fuse
Drawer

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DC FUSE REPLACEMENT
The DC fuses may be replaced by inserting the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the
fuse holder slot, and rotating the slot counter-clockwise. The fuse and its carrier will
then pop out.
FUSE RATINGS
The following table lists the required fuses:
Fuses

Nominal
Mains
Voltage

#1, #2 (AC) 100-240V

#3 (DC)

N/A

#4 (DC)

N/A

Rating
0.5A, 250V,
Time-Delay
1.6A, 250V,
Time-Delay
0.8A, 250V,
Time-Delay

Recommended Replacement Part

Case Size Littelfuse Part
Digi-Key Stock
Number
Number
520 mm

0218.500HXP

F2416-ND

520 mm

021801.6HXP

F2424-ND

520 mm

0218.800HXP

F2418-ND

The recommended fuse manufacturer is Littelfuse (http://www.littelfuse.com).

Replacement fuses may be easily obtained from Digi-Key (http://www.digikey.com) and
other distributors.

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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

1) POWER Switch. This is the main power switch. When turning the instrument on,
there may be a delay of several seconds before the instrument appears to respond.
2) OVERLOAD Indicator. When the instrument is powered, this indicator is normally
green, indicating normal operation. If this indicator is yellow, an internal automatic
overload protection circuit has been tripped. If the unit is overloaded (by operating
at an exceedingly high duty cycle or by operating into a very low impedance), the
protective circuit will disable the output of the instrument and turn the indicator light
yellow. The light will stay yellow (i.e. output disabled) for about 5 seconds after
which the instrument will attempt to re-enable the output (i.e. light green) for about
1 second. If the overload condition persists, the output will be disabled again (i.e.
light yellow) for another 5 seconds. If the overload condition has been removed, the
instrument will resume normal operation.
This overload indicator may flash yellow briefly at start-up. This is not a cause for
concern.
3) PRF Range Switch. This switch sets the pulse repetition frequency (PRF) range of
the internal oscillator. The marked value of each position is the upper limit of the
10:1 range, approximately. The vernier dial directly below the switch varies the PRF
within the set range.
If this switched is set to the EXT position, the instrument is triggered by a signal
applied to the TRIG connector, rather than by the internal oscillator.
4) TRIG Connector. When the PRF Range Switch is set to EXT, the instrument is
triggered by a TTL pulse applied to this connector. The pulse must be at least 50 ns
wide.
When the PRF Range Switch is set to one of the four internal oscillator ranges, this

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connector is an output, which supplies a 2V, 50 ns wide pulse for each trigger
event. This output may be used to trigger oscilloscopes or other equipment.
5) Delay Controls. When the PRF Range Switch is set to one of the four internal
oscillator ranges, the main output is advanced or delayed relative to the TRIG
output pulse (item 3). The delay is variable up to 200 ns, approximately, using the
DELAY and DELAY FINE dials.
6) Pulse Width Control. This dial controls the pulse width.
7) Amplitude Control. This dial controls the amplitude.
8) Polarity Control. (Optional feature. Present on -PN units only.) This switch controls
the output polarity (positive or negative).
9) OUT Connector. This SMA connector provides the main output signal, into load
impedances of 50.

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REAR PANEL CONTROLS

5
1

4
OS

INT

EXT

GND

PW
AMP

2
1. AC POWER INPUT. An IEC-320 C14 three-pronged recessed male socket is
provided on the back panel for AC power connection to the instrument. One end of
the detachable power cord that is supplied with the instrument plugs into this
socket.
2. AC FUSE DRAWER. The two fuses that protect the AC input are located in this
drawer. Please see the FUSES section of this manual for more information.
3. DC FUSES. These two fuses protect the internal DC power supplies. Please see the
FUSES sections of this manual for more information.
4. OS INPUT CONNECTOR. (For units with the -OS option only). A DC offset in the
range of 25V (250 mA max) may be applied to this solder terminal.
The DC offset will appear on the output. When this feature is not used, the OS input
should be connected to ground (using the adjacent GND connector). This is
especially important when driving loads containing a diode.
5. GND CONNECTOR. (For units with the -OS option only). This solder terminal is
connected to ground. It may be used to ground the OS input connector.
6. EA SWITCH AND INPUT. (For units with -EA option only.) When this switch is set to
the INT position, the output amplitude is controlled by the front-panel amplitude
dial. When this switch is set to the EXT position, the output amplitude is controlled
by the voltage applied to the A BNC connector. 0V in corresponds to zero
amplitude, and +10V DC in corresponds to maximum amplitude (+100V). The input

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impedance of the A connector is > 10 k.
7. EW SWITCH AND INPUT. (For units with -EW option only.) When this switch is set
to the INT position, the output pulse width is controlled by the front-panel pulse
width dial. When this switch is set to the EXT position, the output pulse width is
controlled by the voltage applied to the A BNC connector. 0V in corresponds to
minimum pulse width, and +10V DC in corresponds to maximum pulse width. The
input impedance of the A connector is > 10 k.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
BASIC TEST ARRANGEMENT
The AVR-E3A-C should be tested with a sampling oscilloscope with a bandwidth of at
least 2 GHz to properly observe the high-speed waveform. A typical test arrangement is
shown below:
SAMPLING
OSCILLOSCOPE
BW > 2 GHz

AVTECH
PULSER
MAIN OUTPUT
CONNECTOR

50 OHM INPUT
40 dB
ATTENUATOR

AC
POWER

TRIG
CONNECTOR

TRIG
CONNECTOR

ALL CABLES: 50 OHM COAXIAL

The attenuator is required to prevent damage to the sampling oscilloscope.

GENERAL OPERATING NOTES
1) The bandwidth capability of components and instruments used to display the pulse
generator output signal (attenuators, cables, connectors, etc.) should exceed 2 GHz.
2) The use of a 40 dB attenuator at the sampling scope vertical input channel will ensure
a peak input signal to the sampling scope of less than 1 Volt.
3) The TRIG output channel provides TTL level signals. The TRIG output precedes the
main output when the front panel ADVANCE-DELAY switch is in the ADVANCE
position. The TRIG output lags the main output when the switch is in the DELAY
position.
4) To obtain a stable output display the PRF control on the front panel should be set midrange. The front panel MODE switch should be in the INT position. The DELAY
controls and the scope triggering controls are then adjusted to obtain a stable output.
The scope may then be used to set the desired PRF by rotating the PRF controls.
5) The output pulse amplitude is normally controlled by means of the front panel AMP
control. To voltage-control the output amplitude, set the rear panel switch in the EXT
position and apply 0 to +10V to connector A (RIN > 10K). (-EA option).

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6) The output pulse width is normally controlled by means of the front panel PW control.
To voltage-control the output pulse width, set the rear panel switch in the EXT position
and apply 0 to +10V to connector A (RIN > 10K). (-EW option).

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MINIMIZING WAVEFORM DISTORTIONS
USE 50 OHM TRANSMISSION LINES AND LOADS
Connect the load to the pulse generator with 50 transmission lines (e.g. RG-58 or
RG-174 cable).
This instrument requires a 50 load for proper operation. It will not properly drive a
high-impedance load. The output stage will be damaged if it is operated into an open
circuit (or any other high impedance). Failures due to improper output loading are not
covered by the warranty.
USE LOW-INDUCTANCE LOADS
Lenzs Law predicts that for an inductive voltage spike will be generated when the
current through an inductance changes. Specifically, V SPIKE = L dILOAD/dt, where L is
the inductance, ILOAD is the load current change, and t is time. For this reason, it is
important to keep any parasitic in the load low. This means keeping wiring short, and
using low inductance components. In particular, wire-wound resistors should be
avoided.
PREVENTING DAMAGE
The AVR-E3A-C may fail if triggered at a PRF greater than 200 kHz.
This unit is designed to operate into a load impedance of 50 Ohms and the output
stage will be damaged if it is operated into an open circuit (or any other high
impedance). Failures due to improper output loading are not covered by the warranty.
The lifetime of the switching elements in the pulse generator module is proportional to the
running time of the instrument. For this reason the prime power to the instrument should
be turned off when the instrument is not in use.

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MECHANICAL INFORMATION
TOP COVER REMOVAL
If necessary, the interior of the instrument may be accessed by removing the four
Phillips screws on the top panel. With the four screws removed, the top cover may be
slid back (and off).
Always disconnect the power cord and allow the instrument to sit unpowered for 10
minutes before opening the instrument. This will allow any internal stored charge to
discharge.
There are no user-adjustable internal circuits. For repairs other than fuse replacement,
please contact Avtech (info@avtechpulse.com) to arrange for the instrument to be
returned to the factory for repair. Service is to be performed solely by qualified service
personnel.
Caution: High voltages are present inside the instrument during normal operation.
Do not operate the instrument with the cover removed.
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE
To prevent electromagnetic interference with other equipment, all used outputs should
be connected to shielded loads using shielded coaxial cables. Unused outputs should
be terminated with shielded coaxial terminators or with shielded coaxial dust caps, to
prevent unintentional electromagnetic radiation. All cords and cables should be less
than 3m in length.

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MAINTENANCE
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
This instrument does not require any regular maintenance.
On occasion, one or more of the four rear-panel fuses may require replacement. All
fuses can be accessed from the rear panel. See the FUSES section for details.
CLEANING
If desired, the interior of the instrument may be cleaned using compressed air to
dislodge any accumulated dust. (See the TOP COVER REMOVAL section for
instructions on accessing the interior.) No other cleaning is recommended.

WIRING DIAGRAMS
WIRING OF AC POWER
1

Mains circuits - hazardous live.

Do no t attem pt a ny rep airs on this i nstr ume nt

beyon d the fuse repla cement p ro cedures de scrib ed
i n the manual. C ontact A v tech if the i nstr ument
r equi res serv icing. S erv ice is to be performe d
W A RNIN G sol ely by qualified serv ice perso nnel .

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V2 - SNS
V2 + S NS
V1 + S NS
V1 - SNS
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V1 SH R
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2a
A1 - B ROW N
A2 - B LU E

Safety earth ground /

Primary earth ground /
Protective conductor terminal.

G2

B1 - R ED
G4

AA D1 3 0 SD -6 0 -A

A
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7
6
5
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J2
20 AW G

+2 4 , NO O LO
GN D
PO S O LO
OL O GN D
NE G OLO /+ IN
J3
GN D
20 OR 2 4 A W G

24 AW G
+

N/C
DC IN
DC IN
N/C
DC GN D
CH S GN D

+2 4 V, N O OLO
+2 4 V, N O OLO
GN D
+5 V N SY
+5 V R EG
-5 V
-1 5 V
+1 5 V NSY
+1 5 V REG
+1 0 V
J1

Molex 19073-0013 ring terminal, #8.

Install green/yellow wires at bottom of stack, closest to wall.

J6
CA P BA NK
GN D
BU +/ EXT PS
GN D
-IN /+O UT
GN D
LV O LO
GN D

FAN NOT
HARNESSED

Molex 19002-0001. 0.250" x 0.032".

J 10

+1 0 V
+1 5 V
-1 5 V
-5 V
+5 V
GN D
GN D
+5 V
+5 V

C3 - P UR
C4 - GRN

GN D
GN D
GN D

Chassis ground post.

Secondary earth ground.

20 AW G

J4

20 AW G

J 9 - FA N

A
K

J7
AMB ER
GN D J 5
GR EEN

PCB 158Q

BD 1
PC B 1 5 8 Q

US E TIE -DOW N POIN T ON PC B 158N

GR N

AMB

W HT
BL K
RE D

X5
VC C LE D MOUN T

Da te

GR N

AMB

T i tle

D1
P3 95-ND LE D

QC3HARNESS, FOR PCB158P, TAMURA AAD

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X8

X1 3

6 -3 2 1 /4 " SS SC REW , 0 6 0 4 M PP 1 8 8

6 -3 2 SS EXT TO OTH W ASH ER, 0 6 W E1 8 8

X9

X1 4

6 -3 2 1 /4 " SS SC REW , 0 6 0 4 M PP 1 8 8

6 -3 2 SS EXT TO OTH W ASH ER, 0 6 W E1 8 8

X1 2

X1 6

4 -4 0 1 /4 " SS SC REW , 0 4 0 4 M PP 1 8 8

4 -4 0 SS EXT TO OTH W ASH ER, 0 4 W E1 8 8

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X1 7

+1 5 V

X1 9

-1 5 V

+1 5 V
GN D
-1 5 V

BU +
P-OU T # 1

J3
6
5
4
3
2
1

2 -5 6 1 /4 " SS SC REW , 0 2 0 4 M PP 1 8 8

2 -5 6 SS EXT TO OTH W ASH ER, 0 2 W E1 8 8

X1 8

X2 0

2 -5 6 1 /4 " SS SC REW , 0 2 0 4 M PP 1 8 8

2 -5 6 SS EXT TO OTH W ASH ER, 0 2 W E1 8 8

6 4 0 4 4 5 -6

X4

X2 3

J4

2 -5 6 1 /4 " SS SC REW , 0 2 0 4 M PP 1 8 8

2 -5 6 SS EXT TO OTH W ASH ER, 0 2 W E1 8 8

8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

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X5

X2 4

2 -5 6 1 /4 " SS SC REW , 0 2 0 4 M PP 1 8 8

2 -5 6 SS EXT TO OTH W ASH ER, 0 2 W E1 8 8

+1 5 V
-1 5 V

X2 5

BU +
EX T
NE G IN
+1 5 V
GN D
-1 5 V
P-OU T # 1

P-OU T # 2
N-O UT
CA PB AN K

6 4 0 4 4 5 -8

AMB ER
GR EEN
P-OU T # 3

# 2 SS FLA T W ASH ER, 0 2W M1 8 8

1
2
3

# 2 SS FLA T W ASH ER, 0 2W M1 8 8

X2 7

1
2

X2 6
B

J7
6 4 0 4 5 6 -2

J5
6 4 0 4 5 6 -3

# 2 SS FLA T W ASH ER, 0 2W M1 8 8

X2 8

# 2 SS FLA T W ASH ER, 0 2W M1 8 8

A
T i tle

Da te

LOW VOLTAGE DC/DC POWER SUPPLY

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BA RE 1 5 8 P PCB

-1 5 V

-1 5 V

+1 5 V

+1 5 V

TP3
TES T-LO OP

TP6
TES T-LO OP

A
A
6 4 0 4 4 5 -6
J6
S1 A
1
S1 B , OR DC
2
S2 A , OR DC
3
S2 B
4
5
6

X2 2

1
2

PC B1 5 8 AL, V3 B RA CK ET

X2 1

F3
FU SEHO LD ER

L5
BU +

7 7 A -1 0 0 M-0 1
C2 0
4 7 u F/5 0 V

C2 1
2.2uF
C1 6
1 0 0 0 u F/ 35 V

R2 0
10K

C2 2
1 0 0 0 u F/ 35 V

C1 9
4 7 u F/5 0 V

D7
1 . 5 KE 3 9 A

GN D

+1 0 V
+1 5 V REG
+1 5 V NSY
-1 5 V
-5 V
+5 V R EG
+5 V N SY
GN D
+2 4 V
+2 4 V

X6
TIE-DOW N-3 5 0

J2
6 4 0 4 4 5 -9

1 -6 4 0 4 5 6-0
J1
J1 0

R5
0 OH M

3
2
1

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

6 4 0 4 5 6 -3
U2
781 0

P-OU T # 1
Vo u t

+1 0 V
U5
NO T USE D (7 8 2 4 )

C1
4 7 u F/3 5 V

U1

+
+

C1 3
4 7 u F/5 0 V
FOR NOIS Y SU BC IR CU IT S

C4
4 7 u F/3 5 V

U1 1
781 5
1

L2

7 7 A -1 0 1 M -0 1
C6
2.2uF

PY B1 5 -Q 2 4 -D1 5

J9
6 4 0 4 4 5 -2

+1 5 V

Vin

Vo u t

GN D

C3 2
4 7 u F/3 5 V

C3
4 7 u F/3 5 V

7 7 A -1 0 1 M -0 1
C8
2.2uF

-1 5 V

Vo u t

1
2

L1

Vin

C7
4 7 u F/5 0 V

GN D

Vin

GN D

U4

A
1

C2 9
NO T USE D (4 7 u F/ 3 5 V)
NO T USE D

NO T USE D (4 7 u F/ 3 5 V)
C3 0
J12

L6
NO T USE D (7 7 A-1 0 1 M-0 1 )
NO RMA LLY U NU SED

GN D

3
C3 3
4 7 u F/3 5 V

16
15
14

23
22

Vo u t

NO T USE D (2 . 2 u F )
C3 1

Vin

J11
I N+
I NGN D
OU T+
OU T-

1
2
3
4
NO T USE D (6 4 0 4 5 6 -4 )

1
2
3
4
5

C2 7
NO T USE D (4 7 u F/ 5 0 V)

Vin

C3 4
4 7 u F/5 0 V

Vo u t

GN D

-OU T
N/C
+O UT

U1 3
OK I-7 8 S R-5 /1 .5 -W 3 6 -C
1

C3 5
4 7 u F/3 5 V

2
3

1
2
3

+IN
N/ C
N/ C

U1 0

U8
NO T USE D (MKC 0 3 )

N/C
N/C
N/C

C9
4 7 u F/3 5 V

9
10
11

PY B1 5 -Q 2 4 -D5

+5 V

+IN
+IN

7 7 A -1 0 1 M -0 1
C1 1
2.2uF

-IN
-IN

L3

U1 2
NO T USE D
1

15
14
13

-5 V
C5
4 7 u F/3 5 V

-OU T
+O UT
-IN

-OU T
+O UT
-IN

7 7 A -1 0 1 M -0 1
C1 2
2.2uF

10
11
12

C
1

L4

24
23
22

+IN
N/ C
N/ C

U9
NO T USE D (SB 0 3 /SB0 5 )
T i tle

Da te

C2 8
NO T USE D (4 7 u F/ 5 0 V)
NO T USE D (6 4 0 4 4 5 -5 )

DC/DC, AND OVER-VOLTAGE PROTECTION

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R2 1
1 . 5 K OY
D6

X2
CA PB AN K

R2 6
15K

LED

HV W AR NING

R1 7

D
SH OR TS OU T B AS E W HE N CH AR GING.
4

NO T USE D (0 )

EX T

R1 5

C2 5
4 7 u F/5 0 V

D4
R4
150

E-2 7 2 (O R 1 N 5 3 0 5 )

R2

4
2

NO T USE D (G 2 RL -1 4 -D C2 4 )

R2 8
V+

P-OU T # 1

120 OY

5.1K

K3

D2

1N4148

R2 3

470

1N4733A

D1 0

+1 5 V

R2 4

14

470
R2 2

R2 7
100

R1

-1 5 V

K2

NE G IN

R6

470
4

N-O UT

R1 3
470

NO T USE D (A QZ1 0 2 )

NO T USE D (0 )

1
+1 5 V

D1
1N 4736A

C1 5

NO T USE D (A QZ1 0 2 )

Q1 C
M PQ2 2 2 2

R1 1
4.7K

12

300
C2 4
4 7 u F/3 5 V

U6
LT6 1 0 6 C S5

K6
4

P-OU T # 2

0 OH M

AQ Z1 0 2

1N4148
DIS ABL E AT POW ER -ON
(+15V LA GS H V BY 5 00 ms )

D9
DIS ABL E AT POW ER -OFF

GN D

R1 0

OU T

300

Q1 D
MPQ2 2 2 2

10

R1 4

C
R3

AQ Z1 0 2
K1

W LA R1 0 0 FE (0 . 1 OH M S)

0.1uF
U7
8
V+

R7
75K

4
2
6
5
7

DI S ABL E OLO W HEN CH ARGING.

TES T-LO OP
TP2

Q1 A
MPQ2 2 2 2

C2

C1 8
2 2 0 u F,1 6 V

C1 7
0.1uF

GN D

AMB ER

680

+1 5 V
3
R1 8
1.2K
R1 6
1.2K

GR EEN

SE5 5 5 P

R1 2
1K

Q1 B
M PQ2 2 2 2

R9
3K

C1 4
4 7 u F/3 5 V

RE SET
TR IG
TH R
OU T
CO NT
DIS

R1 9

2 5 C TQ0 4 0 PB F, IN 5 9 1 2 0 2 B0 4 0 0 0 G H EAT SIN K

C1 0
4 7 u F/5 0 V

+IN

P-OU T # 3

R8

NO T USE D (2 2 A Y)

TP5
1

Vo u t

W LA R1 0 0 FE (0 . 1 OH M S)

D5

NO T USE D (A QZ1 0 2 )

R2 5

TES T-LO OP

Vin

0.1uF

K5

TES T-LO OP

U3
781 2

K7

C2 6

TP4

1
2

A
A

F2
FU SEHO LD ER

GN D

K4
PS7 2 0 6 -1 A-F3 -A

0 OH M

-IN

BU +

C2 3
1 0 0 0 u F/3 5 V

TP1
X3
6 -3 2 MO UN T

X1
KE YSTO NE 6 2 1
TES T-LO OP

-1 5 V

X1 0
6 -3 2 MO UN T

-1 5 V

NO T USE D (1 0 0 0 u F/ 3 5 V )

A
X7
T i tle

+1 5 V

+1 5 V

OVER-CURRENT PROTECTION

5 9 1 2 0 2 B 0 4 0 0 0 G HEA TSINK , IN STA LLED A S LOW AS PO SSIBLE

Da te

GN D

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PCB 235B - HIGH VOLTAGE DC POWER SUPPLY

PCB 126D - OSCILLATOR AND TRIGGER CIRCUIT

PCB 241B - PULSE WIDTH CONTROL

PCB 206B - PRF LIMITER

MAIN WIRING
1

M1 0 PS, W ITH PC B 2 3 5 A
PS1
HV +
HV +
SSR
N/C
VC
D

+12 5V DC

HV HV -

GN D
+LV

235 A

R7 = 5K H OR Z P OT
R6 = NOT US ED

R8 = 100 OY
R9 = 47K OY

R5 = ZE RO
R3 = NOT US ED

U1 = M1 0-S 150/A /Y

CH S GN D

M1 0 PS, W ITH PC B 2 3 5 A
PS2
HV +
HV +
SSR
N/C
VC

HV HV -

GN D
+LV

OL O GN D
PO S O LO

0 T O +1 40V D C

+5 V

235 A

R7 = 5K H OR Z
R6 = 4. 7K

R8 = 15 OY
R9 = 47K OY

R5 = NOT US ED
R3 = NOT US ED

U1 = M1 0-S 150/A /Y

CO NN 2
OS (-O S UN ITS O NLY )
+2 4 V, N O OLO
CH S GN D

-1 5 V

M1
PG -P
+2 4 V
GN D
GN D
+H V VA R
GN D
+H V FIX ED
GN D

GN D

TR IG

CO NN 1
TR IG

BD 1

-1 5 V
OS
+5 V
N/C
N/C
PO L
AMP
N/C
N/C
N/C

FOR -P N UN ITS ONLY

POS
SW 1

PO L

+5 V

M2
CL 4

+5 V

IN

CHANGES REQUIRED ON PCB 206B

E3 (STD, -W1): C1 = 680 pF (100 kHz)
E3 (-W2, -W3): C1 = 3300 pF (20 kHz)

206 B
PC B2 0 6 B, P RF LIMITER

E3A: C1 = 330 pF (200 kHz)

NE G

I/O , RE AR

VP RF
IN
OU T
AU X
+5 V
GN D

+1 5 V

FOR -P U NITS

OU T (PA D)
-1 5 V
-1 5 V
+1 5 V
GN D
+5 V

CH S GN D

IN SMA

OU T

OU T SM A
OU T (SMA )

+1 5 V

OS
PO L
N/C
I/O

OU T
CO NN 3

CC W

IF -EW

IF N OT -E A
+5 V
-1 5 V
+1 5 V

IF -EA
INT

EX T
A

EX T
A

241B

OU T
IN
RN G
VP W
GN D
+5 V
-1 5 V
+1 5 V

M IN RN G

I NT

AMP, 1 K
R2
W

M
M3
-PN

OU T SMA

IF N OT -E W

IN SMA

CW

PW , 1 K
R1
W

CC W

CW

+1 0 V

AVR-E3-C-P, AVR-E3A-C-P, -PN OPTIONAL

BD 2
PC B 2 4 1 B , EW

Pri nte d

CHANGES REQUIRED ON PCB 241A

1. ADD 2.2uF CER BETWEEN U1-10 AND U1-12.

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