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CA-30RK550 Manual.qxd 9/9/03 3:00 PM Page 1
CA-30RK550
550MHz Push-Pull Headend Amplifier
Installation and
Operation Manual
Operation
Ph: 800-421-6511 www.picomacom.com Manual
Rev. 08/03
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CA-30RK550 Manual.qxd 9/9/03 3:01 PM Page 2 Safeguards CA-30RK550 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 CA-30RK550 550MHz Push-Pull Headend Amplifier, please contact your dealer or have him contact th
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CA-30RK550 Manual.qxd 9/9/03 3:01 PM Page 3 Safeguards CA-30RK550 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 plug
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CA-30RK550 Manual.qxd 9/9/03 3:01 PM Page 4 Descriptions CA-30RK550 550MHz Push-Pull Headend Amplifier Wide 54-550MHz frequency range (Channels CATV 2-78, 95-99) Available in either 30dB or 45dB gain configurations for optimal carrier-to-noise ratio and supe- rior picture quality ± 0.5dB flatness across band provides low distortion and excellent frequency response Employs state-of-the art hybrid CA-30RK550 push-pull technology for distor- tion-free audio-video quality 550MHz Push-Pull Headen
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CA-30RK550 Manual.qxd 9/9/03 3:02 PM Page 5 Specifications CA-30RK550 550MHz Push-Pull Headend Amplifier Front View Rear View RF General Bandwidth: 54-550 MHz Power Input: 115 VAC 60 Hz 4 W Gain: 30 dB or 45 dB Operating Temperature: -10° to +50° C 3 Gain Adjust Range: 0 to 8 dB Dimensions: 19˝(L) x 3˝(D) x 1 /4˝(H) Slope: 0 to 8 dB variable Weight: 3.8 lbs. Flatness: ± .5 dB per channel Test Points: -30 dB Max. Output (@ Max Slope): 45 dB (54 channels) -57 dB (cross modulation) Noise: 5.0
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CA-30RK550 Manual.qxd 9/9/03 3:02 PM Page 6 Operation and Controls CA-30RK550 2 3 1 4 Front Panel 1. Power On LED: 3. Tilt: Indicates power is on when lit. Adjust potentiometer provides for slope adjustment over entire bandwidth. 2. R.F. Gain: 4. -30dB Output Test Monitor: Adjust potentiometer for overall amplifier gain level. Output test point is provided for amplifier set up and monitoring. 1 3 3 Back Panel 1. OUT: 3. Power Cord: The amplified RF signal is available at this port. This three
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CA-30RK550 Manual.qxd 9/9/03 3:02 PM Page 7 Installation Procedure CA-30RK550 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. Instal
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CA-30RK550 Manual.qxd 9/9/03 3:02 PM Page 8 Warranty CA-30RK550 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
