HD-CM Plus Manual - Horizon Global Electronics Ltd
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1. S N Manufactured in the UK C o A Battery door v 49 Cw O lt inpu Page 3 Accessories The HD CM comes supplied with this instruction manual and the accessories illustrated below Please check that all of the items are present if any items are missing contact your supplier Only the manufacturers replacement accessories should be used otherwise the safety of the meter may be impaired and your warranty would be invalidated 12V DC Car Charger Lead Fitted with a Ni Mh Rechargeable Battery Pack 2 Amp protection fuse P N AW992CIG P N BP7233 2 NINH SC 3300mAh 7 2 SK USB lead for transmitter list or firmware 240V AC Mains lead Fitted with a updates P N AW998USB 3 Amp protection fuse P N AW993UKP Replaceable F F barrel connector fitted Nylon carry case with accessory pocket and and spare F F barrel for use with Rubber i duck antenna P N JFFC494N x2 detachable carry strap P N ALOO6BK 2 Rain cover P N ARHDCM The rain cover should remain fitted at all times Rubber duck antenna F Type wide band AN for leakage detection P N AJDUCKF Periodically your input connectors will need replacing to maintain your meter s performance please refer to page 5 for more details on how to remove and replace the input connector Safety note Do not use the carry strap where there could be a risk of falling or choking The carry strap is2. Yes this time only C Yes now and every time connect a device C No not this time Click Next to continue Coes When prompted select Yes this time only and then click the Next gt button Piran sot ahd the erad marchar G noem Dera do oie Jooo While your computer is searching for the drivers a window like this will be visible Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for USB Serial Port if your hardware came with an installation CD lt lt or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do Install the software automatically Recommended Install from a list or specific location Advanced Click Next to continue coca Select Install the software automatically Recommended then click the Next gt button Found New Hardware Wizard ompleting the Found New 7v Completing the F dN t Hardware Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for USB Serial Converter Click Finish to close the wizard ee ao oe The first stage of the driver installation is complete Click Finish to continue loading the next driver Page 12 USB driver installation i Found New Hardware The second stage of the USB driver installation will now begin USB Serial Port Found New Hardware Wizard To complete the installation of the required driv
3. designed to support the weight of the HD CM meter and its accessories only and should not be used for other than its intended purpose Page 4 Maintenance VAN en if an lf i Note Your HD CM features a replaceable F barrel input connector and periodically this will require replacement and inspection to ensure continued reliable operation To remove the F barrel connector use an 11 mm or 7 16 spanner or deep socket i SS PYP YTP Carefully clean the surrounding area gently with a dry lint free cloth to prevent debris from falling into the F connector socket well Tip Check for any copper fragments that may have gathered in the well of the F barrel socket on the meter These can be removed with a dry cotton bud or air duster When replacing with a new F barrel connector avoid over tightening it should only be tight enough to prevent removal by hand Battery charging When you receive your meter the battery will be in a discharged state we recommend an initial charge of 8 hours or overnight prior to first use There are two methods of charging the battery AC mains through the on board charger or 12V DC through the car charger accessory supplied Charging with AC is recommended and charging with DC is useful as a battery top up on route to the next installation when the battery power happens to be low For AC charging a suitable figure of eight mains lead is supplied AC m
4. down go to the Main menu select a Full scan for a complete scan including frequencies outside the channel plan select a Short scan that only scans the channel plan selected or Manual scan for a complete band view with cursor navigation to select the carrier of interest Main menu The options available from the Main menu include Shut down Scan type Select plan Slope test Voltmeter Spectrum Leakage test and User settings Over the next few pages we will cover these options in detail Shut down Note The Scan type menu will gt Scan type return you to the first menu Select plan Slope test Voltmeter Note The Select plan menu is Spectrum covered in the next section Leakage test gt User settings Note The User settings menu is AWFormore described on page 6 of this manual Select plan The HD CM can store up to 20 channel plans in its internal memory making it easy to select the correct plan for the required installation Custom plans can also be requested from Horizon Global Electronics Ltd Select the Main menu option from the Scan type menu and follow the steps below to select an alternate plan Shut down gt Scan type Select Main menu and then scroll down to Select Plan then press OK Select plan Slope test Shut down Scan type gt Select plan Slope test Exit gt UK VC General UK_VC Norwich Note Use the arrow buttons to navigate the menus and UK_VC Rainham the OK button to
5. select You can turn the HD CM off AWFormore at any time by holding the Off button for 5 seconds Once you have selected the required plan you will be returned to the Scan menu Page 7 Scan type By selecting Full scan the HD CM will start at the lowest frequency of the selected transponder plan and scan upwards stopping on each active service found The direction of scan can be selected by pressing either the left or right arrow button Shut down 434 75MHz 133 Main menu Note While scanning for services the current channel plan frequencies and service names are shown in the top left and right of the display Searching Short scan Manual scan The Short scan option only scans a predetermined group of channels within the current plan usually specified by the cable service provider Shut down Main menu Full scan gt Short scan Manual scan The Manual scan option gives you a wide span view of the available cable services which can be selected by moving a cursor at the bottom of the screen to the require carrier pressing OK will bring up the measurement screen for the channel selected Shut down 458 75MHz 129 Note If no service is found when Main menu selecting a carrier with the OK Full scan button the meter will scan upwards Short scan in frequency until another valid PManualscan carrier is found The Illustrations below is where the meter has locked on to a service digital and analogue
6. the Short scan will scan selected channels within the channel plan the Manual scan allows you to navigate using a marker to investigate services of interest Main menu overview From the Main menu you can select one of the options as illustrated shown on the left Select plan allows you to choose which channel plan to used from your downloaded channel plan pack via the www horizonhge com web site The Slope test provides a 5 point simultaneous measurement mode for the purpose of slope correction The Voltmeter enables the measurement of any voltage present on the coaxial cable the measurement range is from 0 to 120 Volts AC or DC The Spectrum function gives you a real time graphical representation of the signals present on the co axial cable this mode can also be used to detect noise with the use of the supplied rubber duck antenna The Leakage test has provider specific frequencies for the purpose of checking for leakage via a modified spectrum and noise level display The User settings have already been covered at the top of this page Page 6 Start u The Scan type menu is the first menu that you are presented with once the start up animation has completed HORIZON HD CM PLUS c 2012 V3 0 UK_VC General HD CM PLUS Shut down Battery 100 Main menu During start up information about your meter Short scan and the current selected plan will be shown Manual scan From the Scan type menu you can choose to Shut
7. Gent BE_Hasselt BE_Leuve BE_Mechele BE_Torhout _ Email to CH_Cablecom m CN_Cable A D CN_Cable ANA CN_Cable DIG eee ETA DE_Spaun custom lt v Send By Email DK_Bredbaand Ni CD c DK_Bredbaand N2 DK_Bredbaand N3 B Download Now DK_Sjaelland 101 DK_Sjaelland 1101 DK_Sjaelland 1147 DK_Sjaelland 1163 y Page 10 Downloads continued Important If you have logged any measurements make sure you download these to your computer before updating your transmitter list as this operation will reset the log entries Select the plans that you require and click on Download Now you can also choose to have the settings file emailed to you You can choose to save this file we recommend to your desktop so that it s easily found or open it directly Open your received file and a small program will appear as illustrated above If you have already connected your meter to your computer and downloaded the drivers you can click on File Transfer Help Transfer to load your new transmitter settings into your meter The driver installation is detailed on the next few pages m a Horizon HDCM Meter On connecting your HD CM to your computer via the USB lead supplied the meter will Click on Transfer to upload enter Program mode T the new channel plan data When complete click OK and to your HD CM meter close the program you can HD CM PLUS disconnect your meter and it HORIZON aa H
8. HD CM Cable Meter Horizon Global Electronics Ltd First Floor Office Allen House Edinburgh Way Harlow Essex CM20 2HJ Phone 44 0 1279 417 005 Fax 44 0 1279 417 025 Issue No 1 Email sales horizonhge com Horizon Part Number KM165 Web www horizonhge com Copyright 2012 Horizon Global Electronics Ltd No part of this document may be copied or reproduced without the written consent of Horizon Global Electronics Ltd First Floor Office Allen House Edinburgh way Harlow Essex CM20 2HJ Contents Please read through these instructions carefully before using your new HD CM meter to familiarise yourself with all of the features available Contents 1 Overview Meter MOT Safety 2 Battery safety Your HD CM 3 Accessories 4 Maintenance 5 Battery charging User settings 6 Scan type menu overview Main menu overview Start up 7 Main menu Select plan Scan type 8 Slope test 9 Voltmeter Spectrum Constellation Leakage test 10 Data logging Downloads USB Driver Installation 12 Specifications 14 Manufacturer Notes Rear cover Overview Thank you for choosing to purchase the Horizon Global Electronics HD CM cable meter The HD CM cable meter features all the functions you will need to perform digital and analogue cable installations The HD CM has an easy to read 128 x 64 pixel LCD with adjustable brightness and contrast real time measurement of analogue and digital carriers spectrum analyser constella
9. ains The charge circuit can operate input on AC voltages from 90 to 250V Fast charge During battery charging the LCD will be active but not back lit and the 00 25 43 80 current percentage of charge will be shown along with the duration of So time that the meter has been on charge During charging the battery icon in the lower right of the display will animate E Once the battery charging has been completed the display Trickle charge will change to Trickle charge at this point the battery is 07 45 16 99 maintained with a low level charge E Note While charging your battery your meter will not operate Tip We recommend that you charge your battery overnight prior to the next working day Note When not in use the battery will slowly discharge this is for the battery monitoring circuit which is normal Page 5 User settings To access the user settings menu on your HD CM meter switch your meter on select Main Menu and scroll down to User settings press the right arrow button or the OK button to access these options In user settings menu you can customise the display Backlight Brightness and Contrast adjust the Sleep timer change the RF units of measurements adjust the Squelch restore the Default setup and verify the Version number Main menu Backlight Brightness Contrast Sleep RF Units dBmV Squelch 21 2 dBmV RF Units dBmvV Squelch 21 2 dBmV Defaults AVFormore The Backlight can be set a
10. analogue channels Digital RF level indication by bargraph and in dBm or dBuV or dBmV MER value by bargraph and in dB BER value by bargraph and in scientific notation Display of QAM value and symbol rate for digital carriers Support for QAM rates up to 256 Symbol rates from 0 87 to 6 9 Mbaud Analogue Video level by bargraph and in dBm or dBuV or dBmV Analogue Video signal C N ratio by bargraph and in dB Analogue Audio level by bargraph and in dBm or dBuV or dBmV Selectable Slope channels for equalization up to 5 frequencies High capacity Ni MH 3300mAh battery for 7 hours of operation from a single charge Agile channel plan format downloadable plans Voltmeter facility measures AC voltage and frequency or DC voltage on the cable to 110V Results logging for quality verification 500 entries uploadable to PC USB 2 B type socket for PC connection Page 14 LIMITED WARRANTY Horizon Global Electronics Ltd will at our option repair or replace any Horizon Global Electronics Ltd HD CM meter found to be defective in manufacture within the warranty period of 1 year The warranty period is determined by the date of purchase Keep your receipt as proof of your purchase otherwise the warranty would be determined by the date of manufacture This warranty does not apply to damage caused by accident misuse or deliberate tampering with the unit Tampering with the seals will immediately invalidate your warranty This does not affect your sta
11. are shown in this example Digital measurements Analogue measurements Symbol key 210 75MHz Sky Sp 512 00MHz RF Power Den i RF Video i 44 4dBm YMER an Digital D aa Analogue AA Full scan F 210 75MHz Sky Sp 512 00MHz MER D mala SNR Shortscan EY a 31 30dB a gt 54 0dB Manual scan fj VBER TEN Y RF Audio 210 75MHz Sky Sp 512 00MHz BER Deaf RF Audio Gri 2 83E 4 ae 52 8dBm QAM 256 TG YRF Video co Page 8 Slope test The Slope test function is available from the Main menu and provides 5 predetermined points of measurement UK_VC General The slope test gives you a quick method of assessing the level of slope and can be used where applying slope equalisation Pressing the On button will show the service levels with reference to OdB Doc 140 132 115 126 Doc 25 6dBmV_ ref 0dB Press the On button to select the next channel in the slope test 140 1 5dB from here you can exit to the Scan menu by pressing the OK 132 1 6dB 115 1 7dB button pressing the right or left arrow button will re start a mae channel scan until the next valid service is found 126 1 8dB Voltmeter The Voltmeter function is available from the Main menu and will display AC or DC voltages from 0 to 110 Volts 0V DC 24V DC 90V AC Pressing the right or left arrow button will re start a channel scan until the next valid service is found Spectrum or right arrow key and the up or down key to select the type of adjust
12. ers ensure hega to the Found New that Install the software automatically Recommended ardware Wizard is selected then click the Next gt button This wizard helps you install software for USB Serial Port If your hardware came with an installation CD aD or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do Install the software automatically Recommended C Install from a list or specific location Advanced Click Next to continue cows _ While your computer is searching for the i R gt driver a window like this will be visible oD USB Serial Port The HD CM driver installation process is now Completing tho Found Now complete Click the Finish button to close the Hardware Wizard i window The wizard has finished installing the software for F USB Serial Port Click Finish to close the wizard i Found New Hardware Your new hardware is installed and ready to use You are now ready to download cable plan updates or firmware updates from the www horizonhge com web site Page 13 Specification 128x64 pixel backlit monochrome screen Field replaceable F barrel for RF In Variable bandwidth to 8MHz Frequency range 51MHz to 858MHz analogue and digital channels Rapid scan over full band Selectable limited plan for speed of installation Signal squelch adjustable from 75dBm to 55dBm Input levels from 75dBm to 17dBm Clear indication of digital and
13. he list by using up and down arrow buttons and the OK button to select you are then presented with a noise level indicator when a greyed out signal bar is shown the noise is under the threshold required by the cable provider and a rapid signal scan Pressing either the left or right arrow button will return you to the channel scan in the direction selected Data logging The data logging function will enable you to store your measurement values in a sequential file ready for download to your PC and insertion into your documentation The file output from the log reader program is csv which can be used with applications such as Microsoft Office and Open Office Shut down Main menu The log reader application for the HD CM is available for Channel view download from the Horizon Global Electronics Ltd web site Constellation www horizonhge com gt Log as 00000 Downloads New channel plans listed by region and provider can be downloaded to your HD CM via the Horizon Global Electronics web site www horizonhge com n For a reliable solution HD CM Plus Downloads Region All kg Operator After you have selected the desired channel plans you can either All X download your upgrade program or receive it by email Available Channel Plans Selected Channel Plans You can use the region and operator BE_Antwerpen a dropdowns to filter the available BE_Berchem h I pl BE_General cnanne plans BE_
14. is used in a manner that is not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Battery safety This meter is equipped a Ni Mh battery that should only be charged by the meter either using the AC mains lead or DC car charger provided The use of other types of charger may result in damage to your Ni Mh battery back your meter and be potentially dangerous cause an electric shock Always obtain official Horizon Global Electronics replacement batteries through our recognised distributors or from Horizon Global Electronics Ltd directly Battery compartment The HD CM features a battery compartment that can hold a spare battery if required To disconnect the battery press down on the white tab and pull the black connector On re connection push the connectors home so that they clip together Remember Do not short circuit the battery terminals Do not dispose of batteries in fire Do not disassemble the battery there are no user serviceable parts inside If damaged remove and replace immediately Page 2 Your HD CM SOE Z sl a O Input connector LCD Warranty seal Serial number HORIZON vcv WARNING SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT OPEN A NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE USE ONLY WITH PROTECTIVE COVERS DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AC SUPPLY 100 240V 1 8A MAX 50 60Hz afore replacing battery please refer to manual
15. ment which is visually indicated at the top right of the screen To exit this mode press the OK button to access the sub menu The top line will cycle through RF Power Centre frequency and Span RF Level 71 6dBm a e The Spectrum display and Channel view can be adjusted with the left Pressing the up or down key in spectrum mode will select the mode for adjustment and the symbol in the top right corner of the display pressing the left or right arrows will adjust the currently selected mode kia Span EI Frequency WEE Amplitude While operating in spectrum mode the top line of the display will alternate between Frequency in MHz Span in MHz and RF Power in dBmV at centre frequency Constellation Press OK For digital services a constellation display is also available the constellation CO en diagram can be navigated by using the arrow buttons a marker in the smaller box will show where in the constellation field you are The OK button will exit H this function Page 9 Leakage test Slope test Voltmeter Spectrum gt 136 00MHz 10Hz gt Leakage test 136 OOMHz 10Hz _AWFormore 136 OOMHz 20Hz 144 OOMHz 10Hz 136 OOMHz 10Hz AWFormore The Leakage test is available from the Main menu this feature enables you to inspect spot frequencies as determined by the cable service provider for the purpose of detecting unwanted leakage or sources of interference Once you have selected the required frequency from t
16. orizon HDCM Meter a Som will now be ready for use File Transfer Help I t Program mode File Transfer Help Error messages Horizon HDCM Meter If a No devices found error should occur this indicates that the a a ME E automatic USB driver installation has not been able to complete ii ae A manual USB driver installation package is available for download from the Horizon Global Electronics Ltd web site Should a USB Port Error occur check the connection from your meter to the PC Page 11 USB driver installation The USB driver installation for the most part is automatic on connection of your HD CM meter to your computer via USB for the first time The steps illustrated show a typical Windows XP installation Before starting the driver installation process please ensure that your computer is connected to the internet and that your HD CM meter has at least 25 battery charge remaining Connect your HD CM meter to your computer with the USB Lb Found New Hardware lead supplied and the Found New Hardware wizard will begin HD CM Meter Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Windows will search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software
17. s On or Off The Brightness can be set from Off 0 to 15 levels 14 is recommended The Contrast can be set from Off 0 which is invisible to 40 which is black 16 to 22 is recommended The Sleep timer can be set from 1 to 30 minutes or set to Never always on The sleep timer is a useful feature that will prevent your battery from accidentally running down The RF units available are dBuV dBmV and dBm The Squelch can be set from 26 2 to 6 2 dBmV or Off this is the threshold adjustment where you can define what level represents a valid signal The Defaults function will reset the setup mode back to factory default The Version is for information purposes and has no other function To edit a value press the OK button and use the Up and Down buttons to adjust and then press the OK button to set Once you have setup your meter to your preferences return to the top of the menu where you can choose to return to the Main menu or Shut down the meter The meter can be turned off at any time by holding the Off button Shut down Main menu Short scan Manual scan Shut down gt Scan type Select plan Slope test Voltmeter Spectrum Leakage test gt User settings AWFormore __ Scan type menu overview On switching on your HD CM meter you are presented with the Scan type menu from here you can select the options as illustrated on the left The Full Scan will start a scan of the current selected channel plan
18. tion diagram including 256 QAM slope test data logging free software download replaceable input connector USB connectivity for channel plan updates 12 Volt in car charger AC charger built in a high capacity Ni Mh battery adjustable shoulder strap detachable and nylon carry case with an accessory pocket Meter MOT Horizon Global Electronics is now offering a meter MOT service so that you can be sure that your HD CM is always performing to a reliable standard and giving you the most accurate results for your installation needs For more details on meter MOT please contact us directly at Horizon Global Electronics by calling us on 44 0 1279 417 005 or via our website www horizonhge com Page 1 Safety This symbol is used to alert users of a possible hazard while operating the unit Do not expose this meter to rain or moisture Avoid storing your meter in a vehicle overnight as low temperatures will impact the battery life Clean only with a soft dry cloth Always use the protective case and cover provided Read these instructions through carefully before using your meter for the first time Care should be observed when using the carry strap as this can present a choking hazard only use the strap when slipping or falling is not a posibility e Do not disassemble your meter or interfere with the internal components as this will void the warranty and there is the possibility of electric shock If this equipment
19. tutory rights DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer Horizon Global Electronics Ltd Address First Floor Office Allen House Edinburgh Way Harlow Essex CM20 2HJ Declares that the HD CM cable installation meter complies with the following directives and standards Safety EN610 10 1 2001 EMC 61326 1997 All Horizon Global Electronics Ltd products are ROHS compliant Technical Department Horizon Global Electronics Ltd July 2012 CONTACT DETAILS Horizon Global Electronics Ltd First Floor Office Allen House Edinburgh Way Harlow Essex CM20 2HJ United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1279 417 005 Fax 44 0 1279 417 025 Email sales horizonhge com gt i M Web www horizonhge com _ O For a reliable solution Producer ID for the purpose of WEEE regulations WEE BB019UV
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