Blonder tongue BODA 86A-30P User manual

BODA SERIES
Broadband Outdoor Distribution Amplifiers - Active Return Path
DESCRIPTION
The BODA 5300 Series is the newest edition to Blonder Tongue's line of two-way broadband distribution
amplifiers. The BODA is an outdoor verison of the widely used BIDA indoor amplifiers. The BODA features
power doubling CATV hybrid technology and has forward bandwidths of 54-860 MHz or 54-1000 MHz, 30 or
40 dB gain (model dependent) and a 5-42 MHz reverse frequency range with 20dB of gain. The amplifer can
easily be changed from the factory configured passive return to active return operation by moving internal
jumpers.
Designed with cast-aluminum housing, the BODA is ideal for outdoor pedestal as well as indoor back board
installations. The housing utilizes a carbonized rubber and wire mesh gasket to provide excellent protection
against RFI and moisture ingress. 5/8 inch entry fittings in the housing allow hard line cable to connect directly
to the amplifier. For RG-11 or RG-6 cabling applications, two KS-F adapters are included to provide input
and output "F" connections. The amplifier has flexible powering features. For indoor mounting the supplied
external 60 VAC power supply is connected to the BODA's auxiliary power "F" connector using flexible coax.
This feature permits remote powering, so the amplifier can be installed in a desired location for optimum
performance without a need for an electrical outlet nearby. Powering can also be accomplished using 60/90
VAC CATV network powering. By changing internal jumpers, the BODA can accept power from its input or
output and either stop or pass power through.
FEATURES
MODEL STOCK NO. MODEL STOCK NO.
BODA 86A-30P 5300P 83 BODA 100A-30P 5300P 13
BODA 86A-40P 5300P 84
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 651215700B
One Jake Brown Road, P.O. Box 1000
Old Bridge, NJ 08857-1000 USA
[phone] • [phone] • FAX: [phone]
www.blondertongue.com
The Standard of Quality in TV Signal Distribution
• Integrated Active Return (defeatable)
• Forward Path Interstage Variable Gain and Slope
Controls
• Optional Forward Fixed Equalizer and Attenuator
Plug-ins for Input Conditioning
• Reverse Path Variable Gain Control with Provision
for Optional Fixed Attenuator
• 860 MHz or 1000 MHz Power Doubling Hybrid
Technology
• Cast Aluminum Housing for Outdoor or Indoor
Mounting
• 42/54 MHz Split
• -20 dB Directional Coupler Test Points
• Powering Versatility
©2006 Blonder Tongue Laboratories, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice.
All trademarks are property of their respective owners.

BODA Series - Instruction Manual
Block Diagram
WARNING: TO PREVENT SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
NOTE TO CATV INSTALLERS
This reminder is provided to call the CATV System Installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that pro-
vides 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.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
FROM THIS UNIT. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
The lightning flash with arrow-
head symbol within an equilat-
eral triangle is intended to alert
you to the presence of unin-
sulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient mag-
nitude to constitute a risk of
electrical shock to persons.
The exclamation point
within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert you to
the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
product.
Returning Product for Repair or Credit
A Return Material Authorization (RMA) Number is required on all products returned to
Blonder Tongue, regardless if the product is being returned for repair or credit. Before
returning product, please contact the Blonder Tongue Service Department at 1-800-523-6049, Ext. 4256
or visit our website: www.blondertongue.com for further information.
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FLAT
ATTENUATOR
OPTION
VMI-AT
9320
CABLE
EQUALIZER
OPTION
VMI-CEQ8V
9377A
HYBRID
AMP 1
SLOPE
CONTROL
FULL
GAIN
CONTROL
FLAT
HYBRID
AMP 2
FORWARD OUTPUT
PASSIVE RETURN PATH
SLOPE
CONTROL
CIRCUIT
GAIN
CONTROL
CIRCUIT
54 MHz HPF2
42MHz LPF2
FORWARD INPUT 54 MHz HPF1
42 MHz LPF1
GAIN
CONTROL
FULL
GAIN
CONTROL
CIRCUIT
RETURN
AMPLIFIER
FLAT
ATTENUATOR
OPTION
VMI-AT
9320
INPUT
NOTE:
1. Shorting Plugs P1, P2, P3, Factory Installed For Passive Return Path (J13, J14, J15 Pins 2-3)
Move Plugs P1, P2, P3 to J13, J14, J15 to Pins 1-2 Respectively For Active Return Path.
2. Jumper Plugs P4, P5, P6 Factory Installed For Auxiliary Power Connector
Powering (J21-J22, J24-J25, J26-J27)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Range (MHz) 54-860 54-860 54-1000 5-42 Gain (dB) 32 41 32 20
Flatness (dB) ±0.75 ±0.75 ±0.75 ±.0.5
Gain Control Range (dB) 10 10 10 10
Slope Control Range (dB) 8 8 8 N/A Input Return Loss (dB) 16 16 16 16
Output Return Loss (dB) 16 16 16 16
Noise Figure (dB) 8.5 9.0 8.5 7.0
No. of Channels (for CSO, CTB & XMD) 129 129 150 6.0 Output Level (dBmV) Sloped +36/+44 +36/+44 +36/+44 +48
Composite Triple Beat (dB) [CTB] -62 -62 -53 -73
Crossmodulation (dB) [XMOD] -62 -62 -54 -61
2nd Order Composite (dB) (CSO) -61 -61 -56 -61
Impedence (ohms) 75
Hum Modulation (dB) -70 -65
Input/Output Test Port Level Forward (dB) -20 ±2 Input/Output Test Port Level Return (dB) -20 ±2
Operating Temperature Range -20° to +60 °C
Power Requirements Wall Power Transformers (Input) 105-130 VAC, 60Hz 0.38 Amp Max (Output) 60VAC 0.55 Amp Max Size (L x W x H) 10-1/2" x 7-1/4" x 3-1/4" (26.4cm x 18.42cm x 8.26 cm) Shipping Weight 6 lbs (2.7 kg) Plug-In Accessories 1) Flat Attenuator (1 - 18 dB in 1dB steps) #9320 - (*) 2) Cable Equalizer (0 - 20 dB in 1dB steps) #9377A - (*)
Model: BODA 86A-30P 86A-40P 100A-30P
Stock No: 5300P83 5300P84 5300P13
Integrated Active
Return Path
(*) Specify dB

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BODA Series - Instruction Manual
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS IN THIS UNIT.
INFORMATION BELOW IS FOR QUALIFIED INSTALLATION PERSONNEL ONLY
Field Installable Optional Modules.
(Take care not to bend jack pins when plugging in modules - view orientation of pins through holes provided - pins are polarized
to prevent wrong installation - see Location Diagram).
Leakage-current and/or resistance measurements should be made by service technician after repairs are completed to determine
that exposed parts are acceptably insulated from the supply circuit.
Figure 2
Module and Control Location Diagram (Top View)
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BODA Equalizer
Stock No. 9377A (*)
VMI-CEQ8V MHz Equalizer
EQ Tilt Comp @ Loss @ Loss @ Loss@ Loss@
Value 860 MHz 54 MHz 550 MHz 750 MHz 860 MHz
0 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
1 1.07 -1.52 -1.23 -0.60 -0.46
2 1.89 -2.23 -1.24 -0.16 -0.35
3 2.88 -3.05 -1.38 -0.10 -0.17
4 3.47 -3.81 -2.01 -0.79 -0.35
5 3.86 -4.35 -2.13 -0.94 -0.49
6 4.45 -4.85 -2.32 -0.80 -0.40
7 5.42 -5.67 -2.42 -0.62 -0.25
8 5.99 -6.37 -2.00 -0.79 -0.38
9 7.08 -7.21 -2.68 -0.68 -0.13
10 7.47 -7.89 -2.94 -0.90 -0.43
11 8.21 -8.55 -3.24 -0.96 -0.34
12 9.01 -9.25 -1.60 -0.51 -0.24
13 9.85 -10.27 -4.00 -1.32 -0.42
14 10.76 -10.89 -1.37 -0.36 -0.14
15 11.18 -11.30 -1.40 -0.36 -0.13
16 12.04 -12.29 -1.63 -0.55 -0.25
17 12.69 -12.87 -1.50 -0.48 -0.18
18 13.64 -13.84 -1.86 -0.56 -0.20
19 14.36 -14.52 -1.75 -0.50 -0.16
20 14.94 -15.15 -1.92 -0.58 -0.21
BODA Attenuator
Stock No. 9320 (*)
Attenuator Values in dB
0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
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