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Installation Manual
Broadband
House Amplifier
BHA-100S/P-R
BHA-100K/P-R
BHA-100A/P-R
101 Tournament Drive
Horsham, PA 19044
POWER SUPPLY
100 - 240 VAC
SERIAL NO.
870 MHz BROADBAND HOUSE AMPLIFIER
BHA-87S/P
1003 MHz BROADBAND HOUSE AMPLIFIER
BHA-87K/P
BHA-87A/P
FORWARD EQ
BHA-100S/P-R
+24 VDC
TEST POINT
BHA-100K/P-R
GAIN SLOPE
FORWARD
JXP BHA-100A/P-R
POWER
-20 dB
REVERSE INPUT
TEST POINT
RETURN
JXP
H L L H
RETURN EQ
RETURN
JXP
-20 dB
CAUTION:
REVERSE
CONTAINS PARTS
OUTPUT
AND ASSEMBLIES
TEST POI
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 12. Power-cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be routed so 1. Read instructions — All the safety and operating instructions that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, should be read before the appliance is operated. convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the 2. Retain instructions — The safety and operating instructions appliance. should
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20. Replacement parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 21. Safety check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video product is in proper operating condition. Model: BHA-100* CATV DISTRIBUTION AMPLIF
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Special Symbols That Might Appear on the Equipment This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage levels are present within the equipment. These voltages are not insulated and may be of sufficient strength to cause serious bodily injury when touched. The symbol may also appear on schematics. The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important installation, servicing, and operating instructions in the documents accompanying th
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Contents Section 1 Introduction Using this Manual ............................................................................................................................................................................ 1-2 Document Conventions................................................................................................................................................................... 1-2 If You Need Help..........................................................
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ii Contents Figures Figure 1-1 BHA-100* broadband house amplifier.........................................................................................................................1-1 Figure 2-1 BHA-100* dimensions...................................................................................................................................................2-1 Figure 2-2 BHA-100* functional block diagram .............................................................................
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Section 1 Introduction Motorola’s Broadband House Amplifier, BHA-100*, is a high performance, two-way distribution amplifier. It is designed for the sheltered environment of multiple dwelling units (MDU), such as apartment buildings, condominiums, and hospitals. The BHA-100* takes advantage of CATV technology used in extended bandwidth cable systems and is capable of two-way signal transmission with the addition of a return amplifier kit. For more information regarding this product, con
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1-2 Introduction Using this Manual This manual contains information used to install and operate the BHA-100* amplifier. The manual is organized as follows: Section 1 Introduction provides a product description, the technical helpline, and instructions for repair/return. Section 2 Overview provides detailed information concerning BHA-100* functions and accessories. Section 3 Configuration and Installation includes instructions to configure and install the BHA-100* in the field. Append
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Introduction 1-3 If You Need Help If you need assistance while working with the BHA-100*, contact the Motorola Technical Support Call Center (TSCC): • Toll Free : 1-888-944-HELP (1-888-944-4357) • Direct: +1 847-725-4011or See Local Country Calling Numbers Below. • Motorola Online: http://businessonline.motorola.com The TSCC is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In addition, Motorola Online offers a technical documentation, repair status, shipping information, and low prior
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1-4 Introduction Calling for Repairs If repair is necessary, call Motorola’s Repair Facility at 1-800-642-0442 for a Return for Service Authorization (RSA) number before sending the unit. The RSA number must be prominently displayed on all equipment cartons. The Repair Facility is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time, Monday through Friday. For after hours, or international customers, a request for an RSA can be submitted via e-mail to nogrepaircenter@motorola.com. Please include the
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Section 2 Overview The Motorola BHA-100* is an 1003 MHz high gain indoor distribution amplifier with a silicon power-doubled output stage. It features variable gain and slope controls and is equipped with pad and equalizer facilities for greater flexibility when adjustment is required. It uses standard Motorola accessories, including JXP-*B pads, SFE-100-* forward equalizers, SRE-100-* return equalizers, and SCS-100-* cable simulators. The unit also uses a product-specific BHA-100/RA-Ki
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2-2 Overview Several models of the BHA-100* are available to accommodate various forward and return bandpass requirements, as described in Table 2-1: Table 2-1 BHA-100* models Model Number Forward Bandpass Return Bandpass Output Stage Forward Gain BHA-100S/P-R 52 to 1003 MHz 5 to 40 MHz Power-doubled 34 dB BHA-100K/P-R 54 to 1003 MHz 5 to 42 MHz Power-doubled 34 dB BHA-100A/P-R 85 to 1003 MHz 5 to 65 MHz Power-doubled 34 dB The recommended difference in signal level betw
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Overview 2-3 Forward Amplifier Figure 2-2 illustrates a functional block diagram of both the forward amplifier and the optional return amplifier, and applies to all models. Figure 2-2 BHA-100* functional block diagram -20dB -20dB Attenuator test point (plug in) Preamp test point Slope H H RF RF input output Equalizer Gain L L Postamp (plug in) -20dB -20dB test point test point Equalizer (plug in) Attenuator Attenuator (plug in) (plug in) Return amplifier (plug in) +24Vdc test point 5A/1
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2-4 Overview Accessories and Options You can upgrade all models to accommodate two-way service by installing an optional return amplifier kit, model BHA-100/RA-Kit/L. This kit enables the unit to carry channels in the extended bandwidth return path. Cable equalizers and plug-in pads are also available to enhance equipment performance. Table 2-2 lists accessories available for the amplifier: Table 2-2 Amplifier accessories Accessories Function LC-UL/CSA 3 foot line cord, 125 Vac,
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Section 3 Configuration and Installation This section provides information to configure and install the BHA-100*, including instructions to: Mount the BHA-100* Configure the BHA-100* (add accessories) Connect and supply power to the BHA-100* Adjust the output level and slope Install the return amplifier kit Mounting the BHA-100* The BHA-100* should be mounted on a flat surface and be positioned vertically. This position results in maximum air flow and the lowest operating tempe
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3-2 Configuration and Installation Figure 3-1 illustrates the BHA-100* with outer cover removed and the power supply and amplifier board covers in place. The amplifier board cover shows the location of the options and the adjustments. Figure 3-1 BHA-100* with outer cover removed 101 Tournament Drive Horsham, PA 19044 POWER SUPPLY 90 - 240 VAC SERIAL NO. 1003 MHz BROADBAND HOUSE AMPLIFIER BHA-100S/P-R BHA-100K/P-R BHA-100A/P-R FORWARD EQ +24 VDC TEST POINT GAIN SLOPE FORWARD JXP POWER -20
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Configuration and Installation 3-3 Connecting Power Power input to the amplifier can be 90 VAC to 240 VAC. Either 50 Hz or 60 Hz is acceptable and no internal adjustments are required. The furnished line cord is terminated in an IEC 320 connector. This connector mates with power cords manufactured to meet local standards. WARNING! This equipment operates over the marked voltage and frequency range without requiring the manual setting of any selector switches. Different types of line cor
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3-4 Configuration and Installation 2 Remove the equalizer jumper and replace it with the appropriate value equalizer. The location of the cable equalizer is shown in Figure 3-2. If system drawings are unavailable, use the following procedures to determine and install the appropriate equalizer. This procedure assumes normal input signal is present and the amplifier is operational. Measure the amplifier input signal at the input cable (IN) and measure the amplifier output signal at the ampli
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Configuration and Installation 3-5 18 13.7 14.7 10.3 8.4 6.0 4.6 3.4 2.2 1.0 16 12.1 13.1 9.3 7.6 5.4 4.2 3.1 2.1 1.0 14 10.6 11.6 8.2 6.7 4.9 3.8 2.8 1.9 1.0 12 9.1 10.1 7.2 5.9 4.3 3.4 2.6 1.8 1.0 10 7.6 8.6 6.2 5.1 3.8 3.0 2.3 1.7 1.0 6.1 7.1 5.1 4.3 3.2 2.6 2.0 1.5 1.0 8 6 4.6 5.6 4.1 3.5 2.7 2.2 1.8 1.4 1.0 4 3.0 4.0 3.1 2.6 2.1 1.8 1.5 1.3 1.0 1.5 2.5 2.0 1.8 1.6 1.4 1.3 1.1 1.0 2 Equalizer Equalizer 50 200 300 450 550 650 750 870 1003 Value Slope SFE-100-
