EMP-Centauri MS5/5+2PIP-4 User manual

Instruction Manual
MS5/5+2PIP-4
MS5/5+2PEP-4
Dear Customer,
congratulations on the purchase of the EMP-Centauri product. Before its installation and putting into
operation, read carefully the entire operation manual. Keep the purchase and rework if any) records for
future need.
Content
1) Field of Application, Warranty. . . . . 1
2) Technical Specifications . . . . . 2
3) Product Takeover . . . . . . 2
) Product Storing and Installations . . . . 2
5) Product Connection . . . . . . 3
6) Product Settings . . . . . .
7) Safety . . . . . . .
8) Product Maintenance. . . . . . 5
9) Troubleshooting . . . . . . 5
10) Symbols Explanation . . . .. . 6
11) Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . 7
12) EMP-Centauri Related Products . . . . 8
13) Contact . . . . . . . 8
1) Field of Application, Warranty
The product is designed for the distribution of satellite SAT), terrestrial TERR); TV and radio signals. Its
purpose is to allow connecting of multiple user to the common satellite antenna.
The manufacturer provides for PROFI CLASS products extended 6 six) years warranty from the date of
purchase, see details in EMP-Centauri’s General trade conditions, published at manufacturer’s website
www.emp-centauri.cz.
It is prohibited to dismantle the product and make any interventions in it. Repairs or any interventions in the
product may be performed only by EMP-Centauri company, or other companies authorized by EMP-Centauri.
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2) Technical Specifications
Products MS5/5+2P P-4 and MS5/5+2PEP-4 are cascadable satellite multiswitches for distribution of
terrestrial and satellite signals from 1 satellite positions to 8 users, utilizing the UnicableTM technology
according to standard EN50494. Besides of a SCR Satellite Channel Router) output, a legacy output is
provided for testing purposes SAT band only). Both outputs feature an AGC loop for maintaining constant
output signal level.
Multiswitch MS5/5+2PIP-4 contains a build-in power supply, while MS5/5+2PEP-4 features a DC socket for
external power supply. Power supply is however required only if LNB is connected to input ports of the
multiswitch.
Specification MS5/5+2P P-4 MS5/5+2PEP-4
Number of Trunk Lines 5
Number of SCR Outputs 1
Number of Legacy Outputs 1
Frequency Range – SCR Output SAT 950–2150 MHz, TERR 48–862 MHz
Frequency Range – Legacy Output SAT 950–2150 MHz
Control SCR / Legacy Output EN50494 / DiSEqC 2.0
Insertion Loss – SCR Output avg) SAT 25 dB gain AGC), TERR 10 dB loss
Insertion Loss – Legacy Output avg) SAT 3 dB
Insertion Loss – Trunk Outputs avg) SAT 4 dB, TERR 3 dB
Isolation min) 25 dB
Maximum Input / Output level*SAT 95 / 95 dBuV
Current consumption 270 mA from sat receivers
Dimensions w,d,h) 26.5 x 15.2 x 8.7 cm 18.2 x 15.2 x 4.5 cm
Power Cord Length 130 cm —
Temperature Range −30 – +60 °C
* Terr.: EN 50083-3/60dB IMA3 [dBµV]; SAT: EN 50083-3/35dB IMA3 [dBµV]
3) Product Takeover
Make sure that the product is not damaged and following accessories are enclosed:
•Multiswitch
•Screws & wall plugs 4 pcs)
•Plastic DIN rail mounting foots 2 pcs)
In the case of damage or missing accessories please contact your dealer.
4) Product Storing and nstallation
We recommend the device to be installed and serviced by the qualified technician.
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The product must not be stored and installed:
•in the place with excessive humidity
•in the place with dropping or splashing water,
•in the place with excessive dust pollution, mechanical vibrations or impacts
•in the place out of temperature limits specified in the section 2) Technical Specifications
•close to heat sources radiators or air ventilators, direct sunshine etc.)
•in the reach of children
Use the apparatus only in moderate climates not in tropical climate).
Fix the product firmly on a wall or another hard and inflammable surface with screws and dowels, or to DIN
rail using provided plastic holders. The product shall be in no case held only by the connected cables.
The mains socket must be placed near the product. The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
The mains socket and plug must be easily available.
Pay attention also to following rules
•ensure the free space at least 10 cm around the product for the sufficient air circulation.
•do not cover the product with curtains etc.)
•do not place any containers with liquids vases, glasses etc.) or naked flame sources lighted
candle etc.) on the product or near the product
5) Product Connection
Connect the product in accordance with this manual and valid regulation in you country. Use high quality 75 Ω
coaxial cable designed for satellite reception. The coaxial cables shall not be broken, the minimum bending
radius should be 5 cm. Mount the F connectors screw, crimp or compress type) on the ends of coaxial cables,
in the case of using the screw F connectors proceed according to the following picture and instructions:
1. Remove the outer coaxial cable coating in the length of approx. 15 mm.
2. Roll up the metal shielding braid and the shielding foil underneath and cut the shielding with
scissors to approx. 5 mm.
3. Remove approx. 10 mm of the inner plastic insulation approx. 5 mm of the insulation remains in a place).
4. Carefully screw the F connector on the cable end until the plastic insulation levels with the
F connector opening.
5. Check there is no short between the inner conductor of coaxial cable and F connector.
Connect the F connectors into the F sockets of product and fasten them with an appropriate force.
• If connected directly to LNB, connect input F sockets marked “LNB A” – “LNB D” with LNBs outputs
according to the next table:
marking of F socket of multiswitch marking of outputs of quattro LNB
A V/L or 12V/0kHz
B H/L or 18V/0kHz
C V/H or 12V/22kHz
D H/H or 18V/22kHz
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•Connect input F socket marked “TERR” with output of terrestrial antenna, eventually with output
of terrestrial amplifier or channel processing equipment
•Connect input F socket marked “TERR IN” with output of terrestrial antenna, eventually with
output of terrestrial amplifier or channel processing equipment
•If connected to preceding device in a cascade, connect input F sockets with corresponding
outputs of that device
•Connect output F sockets marked “LNB A” – “LNB D” with next device in the cascade*
• Connect output F socket marked “SCR OUT” with SCR-compatible wall sockets max 8 pcs)
• Connect output F socket marked “STANDARD OUT” with sat receiver for testing purposes
•MS5/5+2PIP-4 only: connect mains cord plug into grid socket*
•MS5/5+2PEP-4 only: connect DC2.1 socket marked “DC 12–18V” with external power supply*
* Power supply is to be used only if the device is connected directly to LNB.
Note: Use Quattro LNB as source of satellite signals!
The wiring examples are shown in the section 11) Wiring Example or at the website www.emp-centauri.cz.
6) Product Settings
The product has no setting available. Each receiver has to be set to one of available communication
frequencies 1 frequency for 1 receiver) in case using the SCR output. The frequency table below is printed
on the multiswitch’s sticker, too.
Satellite receiver no. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Frequency [MHz] 1080 1176 1237 1413 1555 1668 1842 1960
We recommend:
•Use the highest communication frequency for a subscriber socket located the nearest the
multiswitch and the lowest communication frequency for a subscriber socket located the furthest
the multiswitch.
•If using a multiswitch for less than 8 subscriber use the lowest communication frequencies.
•Note down assigned communication frequency on each wall socket for receiver's installation.
7) Safety
Due to security reasons the product and wiring in which the product is connected, must be grounded
properly. Use the earthing terminal identified with the symbol of grounding to ground the product. Make sure
the antennas are grounded properly.
Connect all devices to power grid only after all connections are finished and checked.
The product works with the AC voltage, see section 2) Technical Specifications. Make sure, that the local
AC voltage corresponds to the operating voltage of product.
No objects can be placed on the mains cord for prevent its damage or break. No hot objects should touch
the mains cord.
While disconnecting the product from power grid, never pull the mains cord but the mains plug to prevent
the mains cord damage. Pay attention that the mains plug holds tight in the mains socket. Loose mains
plug or mains socket means the danger of fire.
Never disassemble the product connected to the power grid, you risk the danger of electrical shock.
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Never work on the wiring including satellite and terrestrial receivers, TVs) during or before a storm. A
lightning stroke into the antenna may cause dangerous overvoltage in the product metallic parts.
The product should be disconnected from the wiring immediately if it gets into contact with liquids dropping
water, spilled drinks etc.).
8) Product Maintenance
Always disconnect the product from the power grid and wiring before performing any maintenance of the
product. If you have to enter places with a risk of fall, pay attention to your safety.
Use only dry cloth to clean the product and do not use any liquid agents.
Coaxial cables installed outdoors should be replaced once in a few years. Unscrew all F connectors and
clean connector contacts, resp. shorten the coaxial cable by approx. 2 cm, every 2 years.
Check the state of power supply and its mains cord periodically. If the mains cord or the mains plug of
product is damaged, it must be replaced by manufacturer or qualified technician to prevent any dangerous
situation. Let the product serviced if the housing of power supply is damaged.
If not used for long time, disconnect the product from the power grid.
9) Troubleshooting
Always disconnect the product from the power grid before working on product, otherwise you risk the
electric hazard. Pay attention to your safety if you have to enter places with a risk of fall.
In the case the product does not work and LED of power supply is on:
•Check if the terrestrial and satellite antennas are correctly fixed, optimally set and connected to
the product, satellite and terrestrial receivers turned on, plugged on and correctly set.
•Check the connector connections. The inner conductor of coaxial cable must be in contact with
the inner conductor of F socket and the shielding of coaxial cable with F connector. Replace
broken or interrupted coaxial cable.
•Sometimes the reset of the multiswitch microprocessor is enough to fix the problem. Pull out the
power plug of the multiswitch and satellite receiver from power grid and then re-plug them a few
seconds later.
In the case the product does not work and LED of power supply is off or blinks:
•Check that the product is connected to the power grid with AC voltage. If not, connect the product
to the power grid with correct AC voltage.
•Disconnect the product from the power grid and check that there is no short-circuit on the input
satellite coaxial cables, which prevents the power supplying of LNBs. If yes, remove short-circuit
and re-plug the product into the power grid again.
•The power supply can fail temporarily in case of overload or overheating. The cause can be
current consumption of devices connected to the satellite inputs of product which exceeds the
specifications, see section 2) Product Specifications. The next cause can be the overheating of
product in consequence of wrong installation, see section 4) Product Storing and Installation.
Disconnect the product from the power grid, remove the cause, and re-plug the product into the
power grid after a few minutes again.
t the failure seems to be not related to power supply, check setting of all satellite receivers
connected to SCR output. Wrongly set up receiver may disturb or disable the operation for all other
users that share the same cable.
If the failure cannot be removed, please contact your distributor.
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10) Symbols Explanation
UnicableTM technology UnicableTM is a trademark of company FTA Communication
technologies / Luxembourg)
certificate of conformity
for indoor use only
DC power supply
grounding
class II device
fuse protected
safety transformer
According to EU directive, electric and electronic devices which are identified by one of the
following symbols must not be disposed of together with municipal waste. When disposing of
the old device, use local waste collection and separation systems.
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11) Wiring Example
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MS5/5+2P P-4
LNB
(QUATTRO)
MS5/5+2PEP-4
TERR ANTENNA
MS5/5+2PEP-4
MS5/5+2PEP-4
MS5/5+2PEP-4
MS5/5+2PEP-4

11) EMP-Centauri’s Related Products
MS4/1(8)PIN-4 MS4/1(8)PIN-4
MS4/1(6)EUN-3
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12) Contact
Manufacturer: EMP-Centauri s.r.o.
5. kvetna 690
339 01 Klatovy 4
Czech Republic
tel: [phone] sales)
tel: [phone] tech. support)
[email protected]
www.emp-centauri.cz
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