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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
Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Evertz assumes no responsibility for the use thereof nor for
the rights of third parties, which may be effected in any way by the use thereof. Any representations in this document concerning performance of
Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either express or implied. The only warranty offered by
Evertz in relation to this product is the Evertz standard limited warranty, stated in the sales contract or order confirmation form.
Although every attempt has been made to accurately describe the features, installation and operation of this product in this manual, no warranty is
granted nor liability assumed in relation to any errors or omissions unless specifically undertaken in the Evertz sales contract or order confirmation.
Information contained in this manual is periodically updated and changes will be incorporated into subsequent editions. If you encounter an error,
please notify Evertz Customer Service department. Evertz reserves the right, without notice or liability, to make changes in equipment design or
specifications.

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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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7703DA4-RF-L Version
Module OK / Local Fault
7703DA4-RF Version
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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.

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OK MON
TYPE Displays the operating frequency range
IFIndicates IF operating frequency range
LBND Indicates L-Band operating frequency range
GAIN Displays the gain setting in manual mode only
+14..-8dB L-Band
+12..-17dB IF band
IN Displays the RF input level and the upper and lower threshold
INPL Indicates the monitored RF input level
UPPR Indicates the upper RF input threshold level
LWRIndicates the lower RF input threshold level
OUT Displays the RF output level and the upper and lower threshold
OUTL Indicates the monitored RF input level
UPPR Indicates the upper RF input threshold level
LWRIndicates the lower RF input threshold level
LNB Monitor status of LNB settings
LNBE Indicates the enable status of LNB
ON / OFF
LNBV Indicates the LNB voltage status
HIGH / LOW / OFF
SET
GAIN Sets the operating gain mode
+14..-8dB L-Band
+12..-17dB IF band
IN Sets the input level threshold
UPPR Sets the upper input RF threshold level
-17..-29dBm L-Band
-10..-32dBm IF band
LWRSets the lower input RF threshold level
-30..-70dBm L-Band
-33..-53dBm IF band
OUT Sets the output level threshold
UPPR Sets the upper output RF threshold level
-4..-26dBm L-Band
-12..-26dBm IF band
LWRSets the lower output RF threshold level
-27..-57dBm L-Band
-12..-40dBm IF band
LNB Resets LNB after over current condition
4.2.1. Indication of Cable Short Condition (-L version only)
The 7703DA4/8-RF detects a cable short on the input cable when the LNB is enabled. In this case, the
bottom LED will blink on and off and the display will show OVL for overload condition. This can be
corrected by entering the menu SET / LNB and performing a reset. This resets the current monitoring
circuit.

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4.2.2. Displaying the RF Power Input Level
The 7703DA4/8-RF detects the input RF power input level and displays this on the four-digit card edge
display. By entering the MON menu and then selecting IN from the next menu level and INPL from the
next level, the input RF power level in dBm will be displayed.
4.2.3. Setting the Gain
To adjust the gain, enter the menu setting SET / GAIN. Here a range of values will be given for the gain
settings. The current gain is displayed on the screen and does not require pressing the pushbutton to
select.
4.2.4. Setting the Threshold Levels
The input RF level thresholds can be set by entering into the menu structure SET / IN / UPPR and SET /
IN / LWR. Toggling the switch will move through a range of values in 1dBm increments. Hitting the
pushbutton will select the displayed value. In manual gain mode, the input threshold levels can be
selected but the output level thresholds are determined by the gain setting and the input threshold levels.
The output threshold levels are determined as follows:
OUTPUT UPPER THRESHOLD=INPUT UPPER THRESHOLD + GAIN SETTING
OUTPUT LOWER THRESHOLD=INPUT LOWER THRESHOLD + GAIN SETTING
For example, if the gain is set to +10dB, and the input lower threshold is –20dBm and the input upper
threshold is –5dBm, then the output thresholds will be:
OUTPUT UPPER THRESHOLD = -5dBm + 10dB = +5dBm
OUTPUT LOWER THRESHOLD = -20dBm + 10dB = -10dBm

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5. JUMPERS AND USER ADJUSTMENTS
POWER
+12V
EVERTZ 7700DA-RF
FRAME
STATUS
ON / OFF
J9
Dot Matrix
Display
1234
J10
Pushbutton
Dip Switch
Toggle
switch
J11 J12
Local Fault / Module OK
J13
GND
RF Output OK
RF Output High
RF Input Low
RF Input OK
RF Input High
RF Output Low
SLAVE / MASTER
UPGRADE / RUN
FACTORY / SET
J14 RF Shield
Figure 5-1: Jumper/LED Locations for Rev 1 7703DA4/8-RF Cards
POWER
+12V
EVERTZ 7700DA-RF
FRAME
STATUS
ON / OFF
J9
J10
J11 J12
Local Fault / Module OK
J13
GND
SLAVE / MASTER
UPGRADE / RUN
FACTORY / SET
J14 RF Shield
Figure 5-2: Jumper / LED Locations for Rev 1 7702DA4/8-RF Cards
5.1. SELECTING WHETHER LOCAL FAULTS WILL BE MONITORED
BY THE GLOBAL FRAME STATUS
The FRAME STATUS jumper J9, located at the front of the module determines whether local faults (as
shown by the Local Fault indicator) will be connected to the 7700FR frame's global status bus.
FRAME STATUS: To monitor faults on this module with the frame status indicators (on the PS FRAME
STATUS LED's and on the Frame's Fault Tally output) install this jumper in the On
position. On Rev 1 and A boards install the jumper. (default)

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When this jumper is installed in the Off position local faults on this module will not be
monitored.
5.2. CONFIGURING THE MODULE FOR FIRMWARE UPGRADES
UPGRADE The UPGRADE jumper J12 is used when firmware upgrades are being done to the module.
For normal operation it should be installed in the RUN position. See the Upgrading Firmware
chapter in the front of the manual binder for more information.
To upgrade the firmware in the module unit pull it out of the frame. Move the UPGRADE
jumper into the UPGRADE position. Install the Upgrade cable provided (located in the vinyl
pouch in the front of this manual) onto the SERIAL header J14 at the card edge. Re-install the
module into the frame. Run the upgrade as described in the Upgrading Firmware chapter of
this manual. Once the upgrade is completed, remove the module from the frame, move the
UPGRADE jumper into the RUN position, remove the upgrade cable and re-install the module.
The module is now ready for normal operation.
5.3. SELECTING WHETHER THE MODULE WILL BE CONTROLLED FROM THE LOCAL
CONTROLS OR THROUGH THE VISTALINK®INTERFACE - 7703 VERSIONS
The MASTER/SLAVE jumper J11 selects whether the module will be controlled from the local user
controls or through the VistaLINK®interface.
MASTER/SLAVE When this jumper is installed in the MASTER position, the card functions are
controlled through the local controls.
When this jumper is installed in the SLAVE position, the card functions are controlled through
the VistaLINK®interface.
5.4. ENABLING LNB VOLTAGE ON THE INPUT CONNECTOR AND SELECTING
LNB VOLTAGE LEVEL (-L VERSION ONLY)
Dip Switch 3 enables the LNB DC bias on the input connector. When Dip switch 3 is ON (down, towards
PCB), the LNB voltage is enabled. When this switch is up, the LNB bias is off.
To set the LNB voltage level to +17V, set dip switch 2 ON (down). The LNB voltage level is +13V when
this switch is OFF (up).
To check the status of the LNB, use the MON / LNB items in the card edge display menu as per section
4.2 of this manual.
5.5. SELECTING IF OR L-BAND OPERATION FOR STANDARD 7703 CARDS
(WITHOUT LNB POWER)
Dip Switch 1 selects either IF (10-200MHz) or L-Band (950-2150MHz) operation. When this switch is in
the on (down) position, the card operates in the IF frequency range. If this switch is off (up), then the card
operates in the L-Band frequency range. This adjusts the power monitoring system for the desired
frequency range.

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6. VISTALINK®REMOTE MONITORING/CONTROL - 7703 VERSIONS
6.1. WHAT IS VISTALINK®?
VistaLINK®is Evertz’s remote monitoring and configuration platform which operates over an Ethernet
network using Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). SNMP is a standard computer network
protocol that enables different devices sharing the same network to communicate with each other.
VistaLINK®provides centralized alarm management, which monitors, reports, and logs all incoming alarm
events and dispatches alerts to all the VLPro Clients connected to the server. Card configuration through
VistaLINK®PRO can be performed on an individual or multi-card basis using simple copy and paste
routines, which reduces the time to configure each module separately. Finally, VistaLINK®enables the
user to configure devices in the network from a central station and receive feedback that the configuration
has been carried out.
There are 3 components of SNMP:
1. An SNMP manager, also known as a Network Management System (NMS), is a computer running
special software that communicates with the devices in the network. Evertz VistaLINK®Pro Manager
graphical user interface (GUI), third party or custom manager software may be used to monitor and
control Evertz VistaLINK™ enabled fiber optic products.
2. Managed devices (such as 7703DA4/8-RF cards), each with a unique address (OID), communicate
with the NMS through an SNMP Agent. Evertz VistaLINK®enabled 7700 series modules reside in the
3RU 7700FR-C MultiFrame and communicate with the manager via the 7700FC VistaLINK™ frame
controller module, which serves as the Agent.
3. A virtual database, known as the Management Information Base (MIB), lists all the variables being
monitored, which both the Manager and Agent understand. Please contact Evertz for further
information about obtaining a copy of the MIB for interfacing to a third party Manager/NMS.
For more information on connecting and configuring the VistaLINK®network, see the 7700FC Frame
Controller chapter.
6.2. VISTALINK®MONITORED PARAMETERS
The following parameters can be remotely monitored through the VistaLINK®interface.
Parameter Description
Input Level A range of values describing received RF power at the
input.
LNB Enable Status (7703DA4/8-RF-L version
only) Indicates whether LNB is enabled or disabled.
LNB Voltage Status (7703DA4/8-RF-L
version only) Indicates voltage level of LNB (high or low).
Card type Indicates the type of card: 7703DA4-RF, 7703DA4-RF-
L, 7703DA8-RF, 7703DA8-RF-L.
Operating Frequency Band Indicates the set frequency band of operating – L-Band
or IF.
Table 6-1: VistaLINK®Monitored Parameters

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6.3. VISTALINK®CONTROLLED PARAMETERS
The following parameter can be remotely controlled through the VistaLINK®interface.
Parameter Description
Input Power Upper Threshold Sets value of the Input Upper RF Threshold.
Input Power Lower Threshold Sets value of the Input Lower RF Threshold.
Output Power Upper Threshold Sets value of the Output Upper RF threshold.
Output Power Lower Threshold Sets value of the Output Lower RF threshold.
Gain Sets the Gain level.
Table 6-2: VistaLINK®Controlled Parameters
6.4. VISTALINK®TRAPS
The following traps can be controlled through the VistaLINK®interface. Each trap will indicate a fault
condition when its value is True.
Trap Description for True Condition
InputPowerHigh Input power is above the threshold.
InputPowerLow Input power is below the threshold.
OutputPowerHigh Output power is above the threshold.
OutputPowerLow Output power is below the threshold.
LNBPowerShort Short on LNB DC supply (for -L version only).
Table 6-3: VistaLINK®Traps