ASTRO U 100-230 User manual

Version 04-2014A

Warranty conditions
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Warranty conditions
The general terms and conditions of ASTRO Strobel GmbH apply. You will find these in the current
catalogue or on the Internet under www.astro-kom.de.
Description of performance
The U 100 series is used to convert IP data streams into CATV signals. The base unit
(U 100-230 or U 100-48) can accommodate up to three signal converters. The U 100-230 base unit
can accommodate as well as up to two U 100-SNT power supply units for the U 1xx signal converters.
The U 100 base unit features the following performance characteristics:
Mains power and signal supply for Uxx signal converters / controllers
Supply of up to 3 signal converters / controllers
Fans integrated into monitoring
Output signals are fed out separately via F connectors
Optional: redundant power supply for the base unit
Status signalling for signal converters and power supply units
Horizontal air flow allows close-fitting installation
General information
Symbols used in these instructions
Pictograms are visual symbols with specific meanings. You will encounter the following pictograms in
this installation and operating manual:
Warning about situations in which electrical voltage and non-observance of the instructions in this
manual pose a risk of fatal injuries.
Warning about various dangers to health, the environment and material.
Recycling symbol: indicates components or packaging materials which can be recycled (cardboard,
inserts, plastic film and bags). Used batteries must be disposed of at approved recycling points.
Batteries must be completely discharged before being disposed of.
This indicates components which must not be disposed of with household rubbish.
VORSICHT: Changes or modifications of the device not expressly approved by ASTRO
Strobel Kommunikationssysteme GmbH or any licensed party responsible for compliance will
void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment!
HINWEIS: This operating manual was created to provide the most important instructions
for operating the U 100 base units. We expressly recommend reading this manual before
installing or operating the devices.
The ASTRO company confirms the information in this manual to be correct at the time of
printing, but it reserves the right to make changes, without prior notice, to the specifications,
the operation of the device and the operating manual.

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Important!
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Important!
Before using the device, read the operating manually carefully and store it for future reference.
General safety
ACHTUNG: Disconnect both power plugs before opening the device!
To avoid danger as far as possible, you must adhere to the following:
The device must not be opened; exceptions: maintenance, installation and servicing.
The electrical system supplying current to the device, e.g. a house installation, must incorporate
safety devices against excessive current, short-circuiting and earth leakages in accordance with
EN 60950-1.
Both mains plugs function as a mains disconnect and must therefore be accessible and functional
at all times. The device is already in operation when one power unit is connected to the operating
voltage. If the second power supply unit is also used, one will operate in no-load operation as long
astheotherpowersupplyunitissupplyingthedevice.Thedevice may onlyberepairedbysending
it in to ASTRO with an exact description of the fault.
Operating displays indicate the current operating status of the device, as well as any DC voltages
disconnected from the mains that are supplying the device components. However, operating
displays that are not lit up in no way indicate that the device is completely disconnected from the
mains or is voltage-free.
Read carefully: EN 60728 -11 – Safety requirements / No service tasks during electrical storms!
To operate the device U 100-230 (protection class I), it must be connected to mains power sockets
with a protective earth conductor.
Assembly instructions
WICHTIG: The U 100 base unit may only be installed using guide rails! If the device is only
affixed by the screws in the front panel, this will damage the base unit.
WICHTIG: The outputs of the signal converter must not be operated without connecting a
combining network or terminating impedance!
The device may only be operated and connected in dry rooms. It must not be exposed to spraying
or dripping water, or to similar influences. If condensation appears, wait until the device is
completely dry.
The device may only be assembly on level, non-flammable materials or bases.
The permitted ambient temperature range is 0 - 45 °C (ETS 300 019-1-3 class 3.1).
The device is primarily designed for operation in metallically conductive 19" racks with sufficient
air convection. It should be operated away from heat radiation and other heat sources. The device
my only be installed in rooms in which the permitted ambient temperature can be adhered to, even
under varying climatic conditions. To avoid trapped heat, it must be well ventilated on all sides.
Installing the device in a niche or covering the ventilation openings is not permitted.
No objects may be placed on the device.
The subscriber network must be earthed correctly in accordance with EN 60728-11, and must
remain earthed even when the device is removed. The potential equalisation on the U 100 is
effected via the fastening plates on the device, or via the earth connection on the back of the
device. Devices within hand's reached must be incorporated into the potential equalisation
together. Operating the device without an earth conductor, device earthing or device potential
equalisation is not permitted!

Device description
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Device description
The delivery consists of the following parts:
U 100-230 or U 100-48 base unit
Operating manual
Figure 1, top:
Base unit U 100, front
[1] Status messages
Slots:
L: left
M: middle
R: right
Power supply unit:
P: Power supply
Figure 1, middle:
U 100, rear
[2] Power supply I
[3] Earth connection
[4] Power supply II
Figure I, bottom:
optional version with 48 V power supply
unit
[5] Fuse
[6] Mains supply
[7] Earth connection
Figure 1: U 100 - base unit
The base units U 100-230 and U 100-48 feature a CE marking. This confirms that the products conform
to the relevant EC directives and adheres to the requirements specified therein.
Disposal
All of our packaging material (cardboard boxes, inserts, plastic film and bags) is completely recyclable.
Electronicdevices mustnotbedisposed of withhouseholdwaste,but rather– accordingtoDIRECTIVE
2002/96/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL from January 27, 2003, on
waste electrical and electronic equipment – must be properly disposed of. When it is no longer in use,
please bring the device for disposal to one of the public collection points for this purpose.
ASTRO Strobel is a member of the Elektro system solution for the disposal of packaging materials. Our
contract number is 80395.
230 V
48 V
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Connecting and installing the modules
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Connecting and installing the modules
Observe the instructions on installation and connection described in the section “Important!”
Ensure that the mains voltage, signal sources etc. are properly connected to the device using the corre-
sponding connections. The local mains voltage must be the same as the supply voltage required to
operate the device (see section “Technical data”).
Installing the signal converter in the base unit
Start by removing the dummy plates on the front of the U 100 base unit by removing the two fastening
screws from the dummy plate.
Then push the plug-in module through the opening on the front side of the U 100 until the front plate of
the plug-in module is flush with the U 100 housing.
Now use the two fastening screws to connect the plug-in module to the base unit.
Coding and installing the backplane
HINWEIS: A detailed description of how to install a module in the base unit you will find
in the operation manual of each of the available modules. Consecutively the installation is
explained in short for one of the backplane types as an example.
A backplane is included with every U 1xx signal converter. This is used to establish a mechanical con-
nection between the signal converter and the base unit. Both the mains HF connections and the net-
work connections are connected to this
backplane. There is usually a temperature-controlled fan for cooling the signal converter on the back-
plane. This can be replaced while the device is operating.
To ensure the position of the backplane, and therefore the position of the respective signal converter
in the U 100 base unit, is correct, you must plug a corresponding jumper into the circuit board on the
backplane. Proceed as described in the following.
[1] Left slot
[2] Middle slot
[3] Right slot
Figure 2: Coding the backplane by plugging in the bridge

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To prepare the backplane for installation, proceed as follows:
Plug the bridge into the installation position provided in accordance with figure 3
(page 8).
HINWEIS: A bridge which has not been correctly plugged into the corresponding installa-
tion position will result in incorrect LED displays on the front of the U 100 base unit (see section
“Device description”). Furthermore, the correct position cannot be displayed on the web
browser user interface.
[1, 2] Phillips-head screws
[3] Cable for signal supply
[4] Cable for power supply
You can now install the backplane in the base unit. To do so, proceed as follows:
Figure 3: Installing the backplane in the base unit
AUFGABE
1. When the U 100 base unit is in its delivery state, the three installation slots for the backplanes are
coveredby dummyplates(seefigure 3,above). Start byremovingthePhillips-headscrews [1]and
[2] from the dummy plate at the required installation position (left, middle or right) and remove the
dummy plate.
2. You can now see the two connection cables for the selected slot (power supply and signal cable).
Connect the cables to the backplane as shown in figure 3 (above).
3. Nowcarefully insertthebackplane into theslotof the U100.Makesure the cablesarenotjammed.
You can push the backplane into the housing by applying light pressure.
ERGEBNIS:
The backplane is now connected and installed. Once installed, it should correspond to the figure at the
left.
HINWEIS: You can learn how to connect a plug-in module to your PC or laptop by reading
the operating manual for the respective signal converter.
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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
If the device is not functioning correctly, please perform the following checks:
Check whether the device has been connected to the specified mains voltage.
Check whether the signal cable is connected correctly, and that there are no breaks or short
circuits in the connectors.
If the problem cannot be resolved, please contact the ASTRO customer service.
Maintenance and repair
The device must not be opened other than for repair purposes. Repairs may only be carried out at the
factory or at workshops, or by persons, authorised by ASTRO Strobel GmbH.
Read carefully: EN 60728-11 Safety requirements: No service work during thunderstorms.
HINWEIS: In the event of repairs, DIN VDE regulations 0701 - 0702, where applicable,
must be adhered to, and these are secondary to the relevant data specifications in DIN EN
60950-1. You must disconnect the power plug before opening the base unit!
Service tasks
The following tasks, which involve the removal of screw connections, can be performed by appropri-
ately instructed service personnel: Removal and installation of signal converters
and power supply units, even when the U 100 is operating.
Replacing power supply units
After removing the screws from the cover of the power supply chamber (ASTRO logo), the power
supply unit can be pulled forwards by hand using the mounting tab. When installing power supply units,
do not touch the fan or fan grille and only use the mounting tab affixed to the power supply unit.
When the tasks are complete, the cover of the power unit chamber must be replaced. Continuous oper-
ation of the device is not permitted without this cover.
ACHTUNG: Do not put your hand or any objects into the power unit chamber!
HINWEIS: The U 100-230 base unit must only be operated with the original power unit(s)!
Replacing converter modules
Converter modules can be pulled out to the front after removing the safety screw in the front covers
(see section “Connecting and installing the module”)
Technical data
Further information on power consumption you will find in the operating manuals of the converter
modules. When module types are mounted you will get further information on power consumption on
request at the ASTRO after sales service.
Type U 100 - 48 U 100 - 230
Ordr number 380 100 380 101
EAN-Code 4026187611064 4026187611149
Common data
Input voltage [V] - 48 V DC 230 V AC
Power consumption [W] depends on mounting
Dimensions 19" / 1 HU
Ambient temperature [°C] 0…+45

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ASTRO Strobel Kommunikationssysteme GmbH
Olefant 1-3, D-51427 Bergisch Gladbach (Bensberg)
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The ASTRO company cannot be held liable for any damage or injury arising in
connection with the use of these operating instructions.