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7700 MultiFrame Manual
7702/7703DA4/8-RF Active Splitters
Revision 1.3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................................................... 1
2. INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................... 3
3. SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................... 4
3.1. RF INPUT -7702DA4-RF /7702DA8-RF.................................................................................... 4
3.2. RF OUTPUTS -7702DA4-RF /7702DA8-RF ............................................................................. 4
3.3. RF INPUT -7703DA4-RF /7703DA8-RF.................................................................................... 4
3.4. RF OUTPUTS -7703DA4-RF /7703DA8-RF ............................................................................. 5
3.5. ELECTRICAL ............................................................................................................................. 5
3.6. PHYSICAL.................................................................................................................................. 5
4. STATUS INDICATORS AND DISPLAY.............................................................................................. 6
4.1. CARD EDGE LEDS..................................................................................................................... 6
4.2. DOT-MATRIX DISPLAY (7703 VERSIONS ONLY).................................................................... 6
4.2.1. Indication of Cable Short Condition (-L version only)............................................................ 7
4.2.2. Displaying the RF Power Input Level .................................................................................... 8
4.2.3. Setting the Gain .................................................................................................................... 8
4.2.4. Setting the Threshold Levels................................................................................................. 8
5. JUMPERS AND USER ADJUSTMENTS............................................................................................ 9
5.1. SELECTING WHETHER LOCAL FAULTS WILL BE MONITORED
BY THE GLOBAL FRAME STATUS .......................................................................................... 9
5.2. CONFIGURING THE MODULE FOR FIRMWARE UPGRADES.............................................. 10
5.3. SELECTING WHETHER THE MODULE WILL BE CONTROLLED FROM THE LOCAL
CONTROLS OR THROUGH THE VISTALINK®INTERFACE -7703 VERSIONS ..................... 10
5.4. ENABLING LNB VOLTAGE ON THE INPUT CONNECTOR AND SELECTING
LNB VOLTAGE LEVEL (-L VERSION ONLY).......................................................................... 10
5.5. SELECTING IF OR L-BAND OPERATION FOR STANDARD 7703 CARDS
(WITHOUT LNB POWER) ........................................................................................................ 10
6. VISTALINK®REMOTE MONITORING/CONTROL - 7703 VERSIONS............................................ 11

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6.1. WHAT IS VISTALINK®?............................................................................................................... 11
6.2. VISTALINK®MONITORED PARAMETERS .............................................................................. 11
6.3. VISTALINK®CONTROLLED PARAMETERS ........................................................................... 12
6.4. VISTALINK®TRAPS.................................................................................................................. 12
Figures
Figure 1-1: 7702&7703DA4-RF Block Diagram.................................................................................................... 2
Figure 1-2: 7702 & 7703DA8-RF Block Diagram.................................................................................................. 2
Figure 2-1: Rear Panels ........................................................................................................................................ 3
Figure 5-1: Jumper/LED Locations for Rev 1 7703DA4/8-RF Cards.................................................................... 9
Figure 5-2: Jumper / LED Locations for Rev 1 7702DA4/8-RF Cards.................................................................. 9
Tables
Table 6-1: VistaLINK®Monitored Parameters..................................................................................................... 11
Table 6-2: VistaLINK®Controlled Parameters .................................................................................................... 12
Table 6-3: VistaLINK®Traps ............................................................................................................................... 12

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
0.1 Preliminary Version Jan 05
1.0 First release – minor typographical errors fixed, reformatting Aug 05
1.1 Added LNB Current Limit Apr 06
1.2 Removed DIP switches from 7702 Illustration, corrected –L version Jun 07
1.3 Updated specs April 09
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please notify Evertz Customer Service department. Evertz reserves the right, without notice or liability, to make changes in equipment design or
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1. OVERVIEW
The 7702 and 7703 series RF Active Splitters provide inexpensive amplification and distribution of RF
signals from 10 MHz to 2.15GHz in 1x4 or 1x8 configuration (DA4 or DA8 in part number). The operating
frequency range is 10MHz to 2.15GHz for both IF and L-Band satellite signal distribution and amplification.
On the 7703 versions, optional LNB power is available at the input port with selection of either +13 or
+17VDC and built in current limiting (350 mA). For this option, the operating frequency range is limited to
the L-Band, 950-2150MHz.
The 7703 series modules provide the same functionality as the 7702 series modules and also have
integrated VistaLINK®technology for remote monitoring and configuration via SNMP protocol.
All cards are designed to be housed in either the 7700FR-C 3RU frame, the 7701FR 1RU frame or the
S7701FR single module enclosure. The DA4 (1x4) versions occupy a single slot and the DA8 (1x8)
versions occupy two slots in the 15 slot 3RU frame. All versions each occupy one card slot in the 3 slot
1RU frame.
Features:
•Low Noise amplification and distribution of RF signals from 10MHz to 2.15GHz
•Wide dynamic range (-10 to –60 dBm)
•Manual gain mode with adjustable output gain of –14 to +14dB on 7703 versions and 0dB on 7702
versions
•Protocol independent – transmits all modulation formats
•Independent isolated output drivers to ensure no cross channel loading effects (i.e. no need to
terminate unused outputs)
•Input RF signal strength indication LEDs
•Fully hot swappable from front of frame
•Optional LNB power (at +13 or +17Vdc with built in current limiting (350 mA)) into RF input cable for L-
Band operation only.
•Comprehensive signal and card status monitoring via four digit card edge display or remotely through
SNMP and VistaLINK®. (7703 versions only)
•VistaLINK®capability is available when modules are used with the 3RU 7700FR-C frame and a
7700FC VistaLINK®Frame Controller module in slot 1 of the frame. (7703 versions only)

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Figure 1-2: 7702 & 7703DA8-RF Block Diagram

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2. INSTALLATION
The 7702/7703DA4-RF active splitters come with a companion rear plate that has 5 BNC type 75Ω
connectors (F type connectors are optional). The 7702/7703DA8-RF active splitters come with a
companion rear plate that has 9 BNC type 75Ωconnectors (F type connectors are optional). For
information on mounting the rear plate and inserting the module into the frame see the 7700FR manual.
Figure 2-1: Rear Panels
RF INPUT: Input BNC type (F type optional) connector for satellite IF or L-Band RF signals.
This signal can be an analog signal with frequency from 10MHz to 2.15GHz, with
any modulation format.
RF OUTPUT: Four (DA4) or eight (DA8) BNC (F type optional) connectors with amplified outputs
for signal distribution. This signal can be an analog signal with frequency from
10MHz to 2.15GHz, with any modulation format.

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3. SPECIFICATIONS
3.1. RF INPUT - 7702DA4-RF / 7702DA8-RF
Number of Inputs: 1
Connector: BNC (75Ω), F type optional
I/O Impedance: 75Ω
Input Frequency Range: 10MHz – 2.15GHz
Input Power Range: -10 to –60 dBm
Return Loss: > 12 dB
LNB Power (-L version): +13/+17 VDC (user selectable), 350 mA current limit
3.2. RF OUTPUTS - 7702DA4-RF / 7702DA8-RF
Number of Outputs:
7702DA4–RF: 4
7702DA8–RF: 8
Connector: F type (75Ω), BNC optional
Gain: 0dB
I/O Impedance: 75Ω
Signal to Noise: > 55dB
Intermodulation Products: < -50dBc
Return Loss: 10MHz to 2150MHz: > 15 dB
Frequency Response: 10MHz to 2.15GHz: < ±1.5dB
Isolation: 10MHz to 350MHz: > 15dB
350MHz to 2.15GHz: > 20dB
3.3. RF INPUT - 7703DA4-RF / 7703DA8-RF
Number of Outputs: 1
Connector: F type (75Ω), BNC optional
I/O Impedance: 75Ω
Input Frequency Range:
Standard: 10MHz – 2.15GHz
-L option: 950MHz- 2.15GHz
Input Power Range: -10 to –60 dBm
Return Loss: > 12 dB

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3.4. RF OUTPUTS - 7703DA4-RF / 7703DA8-RF
Number of Outputs
7703DA4–RF: 4
7703DA8–RF: 8
Connector: F type (75Ω), BNC optional
Gain: -8 to +14dB (L-Band)
-17 to +12dB (IF band)
I/O Impedance: 75Ω
Signal to Noise: > 55dB (@ -20dBm input power)
Intermodulation Products: < -50dBc (@ -20dBm input power)
Return Loss: 10MHz to 2150MHz: > 15 dB
Frequency Response: 10MHz to 2.15GHz: < ±1.5dB
Isolation (Output to Output)
10MHz to 350MHz: > 15dB
350MHz to 2.15GHz: > 20dB
3.5. ELECTRICAL
Voltage: + 12VDC
Power: 6 Watts (7702DA4–RF)
12 Watts (7702DA8–RF)
3.6. PHYSICAL
7700FR-C frame mounting:
Number of slots:
DA4–RF versions: 1
DA8–RF versions: 2
7701FR frame mounting:
Number of slots: 1 (all versions)
Stand Alone Enclosure:
Dimensions: 14 “ L x 4.5 “ W x 1.9 “ H
(355 mm L x 114 mm W x 48 mm H)
Weight: approx. 1.5 lbs. (0.7 kg) (7702DA4–RF)
approx. 3 lbs. (1.4 kg) (7702DA8–RF)

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4. STATUS INDICATORS AND DISPLAY
4.1. CARD EDGE LEDS
There are two large LEDs at the top of all the DA-RF modules that indicate general module status:
MODULE OK This Green LED will be On when the module is operating properly.
LOCAL FAULT This Red LED will be On when there is a fault in the module power supply.
On the 7703 versions there are seven small LEDs on the edge of the cards below the two large LEDs that
indicate the RF input and output threshold alarms.
RF INPUT HIGH: This Red LED will be On when there is a RF input signal that is above the upper
threshold.
RF INPUT OK: This Green LED will be On when there is a RF input signal that is within the lower
and upper thresholds.
RF INPUT LOW: This Yellow LED will be ON when there is a RF input signal that is below the lower
threshold.
RF OUTPUT HIGH: This Red LED will be On when there is a RF output signal that is above the upper
threshold.
RF OUTPUT OK: This Green LED will be On when there is a RF output signal that is within the lower
and upper thresholds.
RF OUTPUT LOW: This Yellow LED will be ON when there is a RF output signal that is below the lower
threshold.
4.2. DOT-MATRIX DISPLAY (7703 VERSIONS ONLY)
Additional signal and status monitoring and control over the card’s parameters is provided via the 4-digit
alphanumeric display located on the card edge. To select one of two menu display modes, press the
toggle switch. To go to the sub-menu press the pushbutton once and press the toggle switch to select the
sub-menu. When in a particular display mode, press the pushbutton to display the value and use the
toggle switch to change values (if applicable) and to see what status is being displayed for the particular
menu item. The following display messages indicate what is being displayed. The details of each of the
displays are described in section 4.2.1. The indentation indicates the menu items available at each level.