Pico Macom Car Amplifier CA 30RK559 User Manual

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CA-30RK550  
550MHz Push-Pull Headend Amplifier  
Installation and  
Operation Manual  
Operation  
Manual  
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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 plugs, conven-  
ience 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 or unused for long periods of time,  
the unit should be disconnected from power source.  
14. Power Lines: An outside antenna system should not be located  
in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power cir-  
cuits, 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 hazards. 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 fol-  
lowing conditions:  
provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static  
charges.  
a. Use No.10 AWG (5.3mm) copper, No.8 AWG (8.4mm) alu-  
minum, No.7 AWG (10mm) copper-clad steel or bronze wire or  
larger, as ground wire.  
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.  
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.  
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the oper-  
ating 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 tech-  
nician to restore the product to its normal operation.  
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. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been  
damaged.  
e. Use jumper wire not smaller than No.6 AWG (13.3mm) copper  
or equivalent, when a separate antenna grounding electrode is  
used.  
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—  
this indicates a need for service.  
19. 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 as the original  
parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or  
other hazards.  
NOTE TO THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER  
THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM  
INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO ARTICLE 820-22 OF THE NEC  
THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUNDING  
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.  
20. Safety Check: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this  
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to deter-  
mine 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  
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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 Headend Amplifiers  
Adjustable slope and gain con-  
trols for easy system balancing  
The Pico Macom CA-30RK550 and CA-45RK550 are professional re-broad-  
cast grade push-pull amplifiers producing signals with extremely low noise and  
harmonic distortion. In the CA-45RK550, the state-of-the-art hybrid amplifier  
module is preceded by a single transistor stage preamplifier to achieve the  
total gain of 45dB. The amplifiers are capable of 82 channel operation over the  
54-550MHz range. These rack-mounted amplifiers make excellent headend  
launch amplifiers and are frequently used in conjunction with Pico Macom’s  
passive headend combiners (PHC12G or PHC24G) to overcome losses asso-  
ciated with signal combining in CATV and SMATV systems. Also, the  
Front panel controls and test  
point enable easy setup and  
monitoring  
Double shielded enclosure pro-  
vides over 95dB RFI shielding  
performance reducing leakage  
and ingress  
Built-in lightning and line volt-  
age surge protection protects  
the unit from damage  
CA30RK550 and CA45RK550 are ideally suited for amplifying the cable input  
prior to Pico Macom’s CEF channel elimination filter in applications requiring  
“mix-and-match” channel applications or those requiring local insertion. Pico  
Macom backs up this product with its industry leading 5-year limited warranty.  
Also available in a wall mount  
versions as CA30-550 or  
CA45-550 Distribution Amplifiers  
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Specifications  
CA-30RK550  
550MHz Push-Pull Headend Amplifier  
Front View  
Rear View  
General  
RF  
Power Input:  
Operating Temperature:  
Dimensions:  
115 VAC 60 Hz 4 W  
-10° to +50° C  
19˝(L) x 3˝(D) x 13/4˝(H)  
3.8 lbs.  
Bandwidth:  
54-550 MHz  
30 dB or 45 dB  
0 to 8 dB  
0 to 8 dB variable  
.5 dB per channel  
45 dB (54 channels)  
-57 dB (cross modulation)  
5.0 dB  
-70 dB  
-61 dB  
16 dB  
16 dB  
Gain:  
Gain Adjust Range:  
Slope:  
Flatness:  
Weight:  
Test Points:  
-30 dB  
Max. Output (@ Max Slope):  
Noise:  
Second Order Beats:  
Composite Triple Beat:  
Return Loss In:  
Return Loss Out:  
Ordering Information  
CA-30RK550 30 dB Gain Amplifier  
Channel Loading Specifications  
Total # of  
Channels  
CA-30RK550  
CA-45RK550  
Max. Output Level  
(@ Max. Slope)  
Max. Input Level  
Max. Input Level  
7
44 dBmV  
41 dBmV  
32 dBmV  
23 dBmV  
18 dBmV  
29 dBmV  
26 dBmV  
17 dBmV  
8 dBmV  
5 dBmB  
66 dBmV  
63 dBmV  
54 dBmV  
45 dBmV  
40 dBmV  
12  
36  
54  
78  
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Operation and Controls  
CA-30RK550  
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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.  
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Back Panel  
1. OUT:  
3. Power Cord:  
The amplified RF signal is available at this port.  
This three prong polarized power cord is approved by both UL and  
CSA for safe operation of the amplifier. Do not cut the ground terminal  
for both safety and operational reasons. Connect to 108 to 125 Vac,  
50/60 Hz electrical outlet  
2. IN:  
The input RF signal is connected to this port.  
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Installation Procedure  
CA-30RK550  
Installation  
Signal Combining Methods  
PICO MACOM recommends connecting the headend components in the  
following manner: Each of the modulators, signal processors or strip ampli-  
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.  
It is recommended that assistance be available to safely install equipment in  
equipment racks.  
1. Install chassis in equipment rack (equipment rack sold separately) by  
supporting the bottom and rear of CA-30RK550 at the desired eleva-  
tion in rack.  
The PHC-12G or PHC-24G passive headend combiner consists of two  
rows of directional couplers combined by a hybrid splitter. Normally, the  
odd channels are combined on one row while even channels are combined  
on the other row of directional couplers for maximum isolation. The output  
of the combiners may be connected to the input of a launch amplifier such  
as a CA-30RK550 or CA-30RK1000. The output of the amplifier is con-  
nected to the main distribution line.  
2. Line up the side holes of chassis with the tapped equipment rack  
holes.  
3. Insert the provided screws through the mounting holes at the  
extreme left and right of faceplate and thread into the tapped equip-  
ment rack holes.  
4. Fasten the bottom screws first, then fasten top screws. (tighten  
securely).  
The CHC16U/550 and CHC16U/860 sixteen channel active combiners  
provides both signal combining and post amplification of the headend  
signals. Up to 16 channels may be combined using the CHC16U. The  
combiner gain is 15 dB per channel.  
5. Connect power cord to outlet supplying line power to the amplifier.  
6. Connect a cable from the output of the combining system to the IN  
connector on the rear of the CA-30RK550.  
A 24 channel system hook-up is shown. (The same combining result may  
be accomplished by using a single PHC-24G).  
7. Connect a cable from the OUT connector on the rear of the  
CA-30RK550 to the input of the distribution network.  
8. Using a non-metallic flat blade screwdriver adjust the gain and tilt  
controls on the front panel of the amplifier to meet system design  
requirements.  
The two PHC-12G outputs are combined via a two-way splitter, which is  
connected to a CA-30RK1000 launch amplifier. The input levels to the  
combiner, whether from a modulator, signal processor or a strip amplifier,  
must be at the same amplitude.  
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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 conforming to factory specifications. Pico Macom will cover the cost  
of parts, labor, and return freight from factory.  
Five-Year Limited Warranty  
Most products designated as “Headend Electronics” are further covered by an extended 4-year period beyond the expiration of the original 1-year warranty, for a full  
5-year period. Qualified equipment requiring factory repair during the extended 4-year period is covered under our re-certification program. Re-certification fees  
under this program shall not to exceed 20% of the product’s List Price and whenever possible, Pico Macom will attempt to upgrade performance to the latest  
improved specification.  
Warranty Limitations  
This warranty excludes coverage of damage or inoperability resulting from (1) use or installation other than in strict accordance with Pico Macom’s written instruc-  
tions, (2) disassembly or repair by someone other than Pico Macom or a Pico Macom authorized repair center, (3) misuse, misapplication or abuse, (4) alteration,  
(5) lack of reasonable care or (6) wind, ice, snow, rain, lightning, power surges, or any other weather conditions or acts of God. Pico Macom’s warranty with respect  
to third-party proprietary sub-assembly modules and/or private-label products are limited to the duration and terms of third-party vendors’ warranty. Pico Macom  
shall in no event and under no circumstances be liable or responsible for any consequential, indirect, incidental, punitive, direct or special damages based upon  
breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict tort liability or otherwise or any other legal theory, arising directly or indirectly from the sale, use, installa-  
tion or failure of any product acquired by buyer from Pico Macom. This limited warranty extends to the original purchaser. Pico Macom reserves the right to modify  
or discontinue this warranty at Pico Macom’s sole discretion without notification. No other warrantees are expressed or implied.  
Uptime Loaner Program  
Our Uptime loaner program is designed to provide domestic users of our headend products and commercial systems the best possible support and service. This  
program is established to minimize downtime resulting from equipment failure in critical service situations. We offer this program free-of-charge (excluding freight)  
to qualified purchasers within the warranty period. The program provides a free equipment loan of like qualified equipment enabling seamless operation for the time  
required to repair and return the unit.  
The process is simple. Call our Customer Service desk requesting a return-merchandise-authorization (RMA) number for the failed equipment and ask for a loaner  
unit. We will issue an invoice for the List Price of the loaner unit plus shipping costs. When you receive the loaner unit, pack the failed unit in the loaner unit’s box  
and ship it freight prepaid to Pico Macom for repair. When you receive the repaired unit, a new RMA number will be provided in the box. Carefully pack the loaner  
unit and affix the new RMA number on the box and ship it back to us for full credit excluding shipping costs.  
To qualify for the program, you must have current open-terms with us and in good standing. We must receive your failed unit within one week after the loaner unit  
is shipped to you, and must likewise receive the loaner unit within one week after the repaired unit is shipped back to you. Daily rental fees not to exceed 10% of  
the equipment’s List Price will apply beyond one week after the loaner or repaired unit are shipped to you. Other limitations may apply, so please call us for addi-  
tional information on qualifying equipment and procedures. Pico Macom reserves the right to modify or discontinue the Uptime Loaner Program at any time, and at  
its sole discretion.  
Damage or Shortage Claims  
Our shipping staff carefully packs and ships your orders in compliance with common carriers’ requirements. Please make note of any obvious damage or shortage  
on the freight bill or carrier’s receipt next to your signature. The carrier’s agent must too sign acknowledging the loss. Failure to do so may result in the carrier’s  
refusal to honor the claim. Please open your order immediately upon receipt to check for concealed damage and compare the packing list to the items shipped. If  
damaged, keep the original shipping cartons for possible inspection by the carrier.You must report claims for loss or damage within 3 days of delivery, while claims  
for erroneous charges or price corrections must be presented within 30 days of invoice date.  
Returning Shipped Items  
To return any shipped items, including those shipped for warranty repairs or credit, call our Customer Service desk to request a Return Merchandise Authorization  
(RMA) number. Please reference the original invoice number and purchase date, and product serial number (if any). Be certain to mark the RMA number on the  
package boldly and legibly. Unless we specify a different carrier, please ship your returned items to us via UPS freight prepaid and fully insured. If returned for  
credit, we will promptly process your request upon receipt of your return order.  
Our Return Policy: Your Satisfaction Guaranteed  
Our goal is your complete satisfaction. If for any reason, our products were not quite what you anticipated, simply call your customer service rep and  
we will be happy to assist you in replacing or returning the order.You may return current, non-discontinued items for full credit for up to 30 days from  
invoice date. Our requirements are simple: Excepting defective items, the products must be returned in their original packaging and in re-salable  
condition. Restocking fees may otherwise apply beyond this period or if products are not returned in their original condition. Please contact your  
customer service rep for more information.  
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