Pico Macom PIDA-1000 Stereo Amplifier User Manual
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1. SLOPE CONTROL FOWARD PATH _ PLUG IN LOCATION FOR ATTENUATOR RETURN PATH GAIN CONTROL FOWARD PATH Q lO PLUG IN LOCATION FOR ATTENUATOR FORWARD PATH PLUG IN LOCATION 30dB INPUT FOR EQUALIZER FORWARD PATH TEST POINT FOWARD PATH INPUT RETURN PATH OUTPUT NOTE PLUG IN EQUALIZERS AND ATTENUATORS ARE OPTIONAL IF PLUG INS ARE TO BE USED REMOVE JUMPER WIRE AT APPROPRIATE LOCATION AND INSERT PLUG IN PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace CA 91342 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 DESCRIPTIONS Block Diagram RF OUTPUT TEST PORT RETURN PATH INPUT 30dB Qui 0 49 MHz 36 MHz gt HPF LPF Qa gt xL we SLOPE CONTROL CIRCUIT S GAIN CONTROL amp CIRCUIT FULL P4 GAIN CONTROL 0 9 CIRCUIT 2 O HYBRID 1 gt a lt 2 5 C J1 49 MHz 36 MHz HPF LPF RF INPUT TEST PORT RETURN PATH OUTPUT 30 8 NOTES 1 FOR PASSIVE RETURN CONNECT J3 TO P1 AND P4 2 FOR ACTIVE RETURN CONNECT J1 TO P1 AND P2 ANDJ2 TO P3 AND P4 3 PLUG IN EQUALIZERS AND ATTENUATORS ARE OP2. Ch 3 ATTENUATOR PAD 52dBmV Another method of combining signals uses three hybrid splitters per headend rack The odd channels are combined in one splitter the even channels in another splitter and the two splitters are combined to a single output with a third splitter Each rack is then combined with a final splitter prior to the PIDA amplifier NOTE Denotes either LBS MBS HBS or FMS model numbers ATTENUATOR PAD ODD CHANNELS PIDA 550 750 1000 PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace 91342 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 WARRANTY Five Year Limited Warranty ico Macom Inc war rants to the original purchaser this prod uct shall be free of defects in material and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below During the warranty period Pico Macom Inc or an authorized Pico Macom service facility will provide free of charge the parts and labor necessary to correct defects in mate rial and workmanship Warranty Duration This warranty shall terminate five years from the original date of pur chase of the product or at a time the product is Misused or damaged due to neglect or improper installation Modified Repaired by someone other than the warrantor Sold by the original purchaser Statement of Remedy To obtain such a warranty service One year limited warranty on product sold outside th
3. 10 21 f BONDING JUMPER 19 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts speci fied by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 20 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating conditions 21 Outdoor Antenna Grounding Before attempting to install this product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges a Use No 10 AWG 5 3mm copper No 8 AWG 8 4mm aluminum No 7 AWG 10mm copper clad steel or bronze wire or larger ground wire b Secure antenna lead in and ground wires to house with stand off insulators spaced from 4 feet 1 22m to 6 feet 1 83m apart c Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead in enters house d A driven rod may be used as the grounding electrode where other types of electrode systems do not exist Refer to the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 1984 for information e Use jumper wire not smaller than No 6 AWG 13 3mm copper or equivalent when a separate antenna grounding elec trode is used NOTE TO THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL T
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5. HE CATV SYS TEM INSTALLER S ATTENTION TO ARTICLE 820 40 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUND ING AND IN PARTICULAR SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 DESCRIPTIONS Specifications F eatures e Several models available in 1000 750 and 550MHz bandwidths e Built in variable slope and gain controls ur M ale for foward path 2M e Built in gain control for reverse path e Optional plug in equalizers and attenuators P20 mum e Dual push pull hybrid modules for low ICO distortion high input and output capability e External U L approved 26Vac power supply PIDA 5 FOWARD TWO WAY BROADBAND e Input and output test ports for monitoring DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER signal levels without disturbing service j D escription Ww The PIDA series of broadband distribution amplifiers are high quality push pull amplifiers producing signal with extremely low distortion and high output These amplifiers are designed for RF distribution systems for hospitals schools apartment complexes hotels and similar applications It can also be used as a headend launch amplifier in conjunction with the PHC 12U headend combiner The enclosu
6. PIDA Pro Series NTSC AUDIO VIDEO BROADBAND DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER Installation And Operation Manual for PIDA 550 750 and 1000 Doc No OM2964N 1 REV B ECO 1769 PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace CA 91342 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 SAFEGUARDS Important Information Product Inspection Inspect the equipment for shipping damage Should any damage be discovered immediately file a claim with the carrier Important Safety Instructions To insure proper installation and operation take a moment to read this guide before proceeding with the installation If you have any questions or comments about the PIDA amplifier please contact your dealer or have him contact the PICO MACOM Service Center at the phone numbers on the bottom of the page RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ZN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SEVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and mainte nance Servi
7. TIONAL IF PLUG INS ARE TO BE USED REMOVE JUMPER WIRE AT APPROPRIATE LOCATION AND INSERT PLUG IN PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace 91342 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 INSTALLATION Power Adaptor Hook Up HON KWANG PLUG IN CLASS 2 TRANSFORMER MODEL NO D12 10 03 INPUT 120V 60Hz 25W OUTPUT 26VDC 1 0A POWER STRIP TERMINAL FOR 26VAC 1A ADAPTOR PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace CA 91342 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 INSTALLATION Distribution The output levels of the modulator should be the same as the output of the off air strip amplifiers The M860 modulators are usually combined with either the SP860 signal processor LBS MBS FMS UBS series strip amplifiers Two methods are suggested to combine strip amplifier modulator and processor outputs which are then amplified with the PIDA distribution amplifier serving as a launchamp The PHC 12U twelve channel passive headend combiner consists of two rows of directional couplers combined by a hybrid splitter The directional coupler combining provides high isolation 40 dB between the inputs Normally the odd channels are combined on one row while even channels are combined on the other row of directional couplers The combiner loss is 16 dB per channel vo 52 8 V op 2 PHC 12U 16dB 52dBmV
8. basement or near a swimming pool and the like 8 Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the appliance 9 Ventilation This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register This video product should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to Any slots or opening in the cabinet are provided for ventilation To ensure reliable opera tion ofthe video product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace 91342 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 SAFEGUARDS Important Information 10 Grounding or Polarization This video productis equipped with either a three prong plug for 120 Vac use It is to be inserted into only the type of receptacle for which they specifi cally designed Do not cut off the round grounding pin in order to be able to fit into a two prong receptacle as this could cause injury and will void the warranty 11 Power Sources This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on
9. cing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE DECOUVERT ATTENCION POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS ENLAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A 1 Read Instructions All safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated 2 Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance should be adhered to 4 Follow Instructions All operating and user instructions should be followed 5 Cleaning Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleansers 6 Do Not Use Attachments not recommended by the manufacturer or they may cause hazards 7 Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet
10. ds Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 18 Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instruction Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions An improper adjustment may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace 91342 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN ARTICLE 810 RADIO AND TELEVISION EQUIPMENT SERVICE_ENTRANCE CONDUCTORS STANDOFF p INSULATORS MAST ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA 2 DISCHARGE UNIT TO EXTERNAL ANTENNA POWER SERVICE GROUNDING TERMINALS OF PRODUCT e g interior metal water pipe GROUND WIRE ji GROUND CLAMPS OPTIONAL ANTENNA GROUNDING ELECTRODE DRIVEN 8 44M INTO THE EARTH CODES SEE NEC SECTION 8
11. e U S A contact the salesperson where the prod uct was obtained or contact Pico Macom Inc at the address listed at bottom of page You will be issued a Return Authoriza tion RA number which will be used to track your product Be prepared to provide 1 The model number and channel number of the product 2 The date of purchase 3 A specific identification of the problem Deliver the products to Pico Macom Inc or ship the products in the original packing material at the address at the bottom of the page Include satisfactory evidence of the date of purchase Products will not be accepted by Pico Macom Inc without the RA number clearly indicated on the shipping label The foregoing constitutes the Pico Macom Inc entire obligation with re spect to this product and the original purchaser and any user or owner shall have no other remedy and no claim for incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific le gal rights and youalso have rights which vary from state to state U S A PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace CA 91342 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 NOTES PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace 91342 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 NOTES PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace 91342 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 MACOM INC PICO MA
12. re is made of Q 26VAG 1A aluminum to assure reliable heat sinking and corrosion gt resistance S pecifications Foward Path Return Path Frequency Range PIDA 1000 50 1000MHz 5 36MHz PIDA 750 50 750MHz 5 36MHz PIDA 550 50 550MHz 5 36MHz Channel Loading 110 3 Flatness 0 75dB 0 5 ref to 1dB tilt Gain 30dB 20dB Noise Figure a 8 5dB 6dB Output Level 40dBmV 42dBmV Test Port Level 3 Gain Control Range 10dB 18dB Slope Control Range ene Composite Triple Beat CTB b 53dB 60dB Composite Second Order CSO b 56dB 60dB Cross Modulation XMOD b 54dB 60dB Hum Modulation 70dB 65dB Impedance All Ports 75 ohms 75 ohms Return Loss Input and Output 16dB 16dB Operating Temperature 20to 60degC Power Supply adapter 26Vac 60 Size approximate 7 25 x 3 25 x 10 25 Number of Hybrids 2 Hybrid type Push Pull Notes a measured at full gain with OdB slope 3 b at specified channel loading at rated output capacity PICO MACOM INC 12500 Foothill Blvd Lakeview Terrace CA 91342 818 897 0028 800 421 6511 FAX 818 834 7197 DESCRIPTIONS PCB Plug In Module and Jumper Locations RETURN PATH INPUT FOWARD PATH OUTPUT 30dB OUTPUT 4 TEST POINT GAIN CONTROL RETURN PATH REMOVE JUMPERS W6 AND W5 AND INSERT JUMPER BETWEEN THESE TWO POINTS FOR PASSIVE RETURN PATH JUMPERS W5 AND W6 INSERTED FOR ACTIVE RETURN PATH
13. the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home consult your appliance dealer or local power company 12 Power cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them Pay particular attention to cords and plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance 13 Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet 14 Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines other electric light or power circuits where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them may be fatal 15 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock 16 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 17 Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazar
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