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PLM860SAW Manual.qxd 7/31/03 2:27 PM Page 1
PLM860SAW
860MHz Channelized-Agile PLL Saw-Filtered A/V Modulator
Installation and
Operation Manual
Operation
Ph: 800-421-6511 www.picomacom.com Manual
Rev. 06/03
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PLM860SAW Manual.qxd 7/31/03 2:27 PM Page 2 Safeguards PLM860SAW 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 PLM860SAW Channelized-Agile PLL Saw-Filtered A/V Modulator, please contact your dealer or have hi
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PLM860SAW Manual.qxd 7/31/03 2:27 PM Page 3 Safeguards PLM860SAW 11. Power Sources: This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your appli- ance 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
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PLM860SAW Manual.qxd 7/31/03 2:27 PM Page 4 Descriptions PLM860SAW 860MHz Channelized-Agile PLL Saw-Filtered A/V Modulator 113-Channel Range 216-860 MHz (CATV 23-135) DIP switch controlled digital phase-locked loop for solid drift-free output on any channel SAW filtered for superior adja- PLM860SAW cent channel performance enables drop-in channel 860MHz Channelized-Agile PLL SAW-Filtered A/V Modulator expansion 55dBmV output for optimum The PLM860SAW modulator features a digital phase-lock
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PLM860SAW Manual.qxd 7/31/03 2:28 PM Page 5 Specifications PLM860SAW 860MHz Single-Channel PLL Saw-Filtered A/V Modulator PLM860SAW 860MHz Channelized-Agile PLL SAW-Filtered A/V Modulator POWER TEST RF OUTPUT AUDIO AURAL VIDEO POINT LEVEL MODULATION LEVEL MODULATION CH- -30dB Front View RF OUT 120VAC 60Hz 10W AUDIO IN VIDEO IN 600W MAX Rear View RF Video Channels: 113 Channels Video Input Level: 1.0 V p-p minimum for (CATV 23-135) 87.5% modulation Frequency Range: 216 - 860 MHz Input Type:
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PLM860SAW Manual.qxd 7/31/03 2:28 PM Page 6 Operation and Controls PLM860SAW 4 5 6 1 2 3 PLM860SAW 860MHz Channelized-Agile PLL SAW-Filtered A/V Modulator POWER TEST RF OUTPUT AUDIO AURAL VIDEO POINT LEVEL MODULATION LEVEL MODULATION CH- -30dB Front Panel Control 1. Power Indicator: 4. Audio Modulation: The LED indicates unit is operating. This control is used to set the audio modulation level. 2. Test Point: 5. Aural Level: The -30 dB RF output test point is used to set the RF output level a
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PLM860SAW Manual.qxd 7/31/03 2:28 PM Page 7 Installation Procedure PLM860SAW Installation Signal Combining Methods PICO MACOM recommends connecting the headend components in the It is recommended that assistance be available to safely install equipment in following manner: Each of the modulators, signal processors or strip ampli- equipment racks. fiers output are connected to a combining network. Either a PHC-12G or a PHC-24G headend combiner may be used to accomplish this purpose. 1. Install
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PLM860SAW Manual.qxd 7/31/03 2:28 PM Page 8 Warranty PLM860SAW Limited Warranty Pico Macom warrants to the original purchaser that all of its new products are of sound design, quality materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture and will be free from related defects for one year from the original purchase date. Pico Macom will repair or, at its discretion, replace without cost to the original purchaser, the product which, upon inspection by Pico Macom, appears to be defective or not c