Marmitek IPTV Coax Pro User manual

PTV Coax Pro
20584/ 20131021 • IPTV Coax Pro ™
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SER MAN AL 3
IPTV Coax Pro
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SAFETY WARNINGS
x To prevent short circuits, this product should onl be used inside and
onl in dr spaces. Do not expose the components to rain or moisture.
Do not use the product close to a bath, swimming pool etc.
x Do not expose the components of our s stems to extremel high
temperatures or bright light sources.
x In case of improper usage or if ou have altered and repaired the
product ourself, all guarantees expire. Marmitek does not accept
responsibilit in the case of improper usage of the product or when the
product is used for purposes other than specified. Marmitek does not
accept responsibilit for additional damage other than covered b the
legal product responsibilit .
x This product is not a to . Keep out of reach of children.
x Do not open the product: the device ma contain live parts. The product
should onl be repaired or serviced b a qualified expert.
x Onl connect the adapter to the mains after checking whether the
mains voltage is the same as the values on the identification tags.
Never connect an adapter or power cord when it is damaged. In that
case, contact our supplier.
1. INTROD CTION
Congratulations on the purchase of our IPTV Coax Pro™. It helps ou
create an additional network connection (IP/internet) on our (existing)
coaxial network, in an room with a coaxial connection. It provides a
guaranteed stable high-bandwidth connection for the most demanding HD
video streaming equipment. This includes services such as IPTV, Smart TV,
Video-on-Demand, Media Pla er and, for example, a PC, while keeping
our existing coaxial signals (digital/analogue/satellite TV, radio and
telephon ).
2. CONTENT
1 x IPTV Coax Pro™ 1P-node (with 1 Ethernet port)
1 x IPTV Coax Pro™ 4P-node (with 4 Ethernet ports)
2 x RJ45 CAT5 network cable
4 x F-connector for coaxial cable
1 x F-connector to IEC male Adapter
1 x F-connector to IEC female Adapter
1 x LPF-1000 coaxial filter

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3. OPERATION
Position the IPTV Coax Pro™ 1P-node where our internet and coaxial
cable enters the house. The 1P-node combines the two signals and
distributes them across our entire coaxial network. Position an IPTV Coax
Pro™ 4P-node at the location where ou require a network connection to
connect our devices to the internet/IP. This allows ou to easil add an
internet signal to our existing coaxial network, while maintaining our
coaxial signals.
Product features:
x Parameterized Qualit of Service (PQoS): optimised for HD video
streaming b distinguishing between data traffic for video, voice and
gaming. When a large amount of data is being downloaded within the
network, for example, b a PC, our AV streams will not be
compromised and will be prioritised.
x Bandwidth reservation: provides a guaranteed bandwidth that is
required per connection and thus enables multiple simultaneous
connections.
x Low Latenc : ver low latenc (<5ms) for the best online gaming
experience.
x LPF-1000 coaxial filter: set includes a Low Pass Filter that prevents
network signals from leaving our home (for safet ) and increases the
impedance of our coaxial network (prevents signal loss).
x With built-in 4-port Ethernet Switch: simpl connect up to 4 devices.
x Status Lights: visual displa of the signal qualit on the node facilitates
set-up and operation, without requiring an IP or networking
knowledge.
4. PREPARATION
The room in which ou want to create a network connection (IP/internet)
must have a coaxial connection. This ma be a wall outlet, splitter or the
end of a coaxial cable. Ensure that this coaxial connection has good signal
reception for analogue and/or digital television. If not, it ma cause a poor
connection between the two IPTV Coax Pro™ nodes.

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4.2 F-connector sockets
Within our coaxial network ou ma encounter two t pes of connectors, the
F-connector and the IEC-connector.
F-connector IEC-connector
Older s stems generall still use IEC-connectors, while newer installations
use F-connectors. The use of F-connectors within our coaxial network is
recommended because of the qualit of the connection. Compared to an
IEC connector, the F-connector has lower signal loss. To avoid/reduce
signal loss, IPTV Coax Pro™ nodes use an F-connector socket. Use IEC-
connectors preferabl onl for loose cables, for example, to connect to our
TV.
No two coaxial home networks are the same, so in practice, there is an
infinite number of different connectivit options. This makes it impossible to
add all possible cables and connectors to the set’s content. However, ou
can assemble the appropriate cables ourself, or cut existing cables and
use the supplied F-connectors. Some specialist shops also carr IEC to F-
connector adapter cables; please enquire at our shop.
The remainder of the manual is based on an installation using F-connectors.
For more information about assembling our own coaxial cables using F-
connectors, please refer to www.marmitek.com (FAQs).

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4. INSTALLATION
When installing the IPTV Coax Pro™ nodes, use as few splitters,
connectors, converters, amplifiers and other connections as possible. Each
component that is added to the coaxial network will weaken the coaxial
signals to some extent.
4.3 Connecting the 1P-node (in the meter cupboard)
With the exception of the built-in 4-port Ethernet Switch, there are no
technical differences between the IPTV Coax Pro™ 1P-node and the 4P-
node. In most cases, the 1P-node will be placed in the meter cupboard or at
the Demarcation Point (DMARC) where our coaxial cable and internet
connection enter our home. You can then use the 4P-node to connect up
to 4 devices with a network connection (internet/IP).

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Meter cupboard example 1
1. Position the IPTV Coax Pro™ 1P-
node as close as possible to the
DMARC in the meter cupboard or
another place where the coaxial
cable enters our home.
2. Connect the 1P-node's COAX IN
to an available connector on our
passive splitter using a coaxial
cable (not supplied) with an F-connector.
3. Please note that the (active) signal amplifier does not transfer the
signal from the IPTV Coax Pro™ nodes. Therefore, never position it
between the 1P-node and the 4P-node.
4. You can leave the To TV unused because the IP/internet signals are
also sent to our coaxial network via the 1P-node's COAX IN
connector.
5. Connect a CAT5 network cable (included) to our internet router and
connect the other end to the 1P-node's LAN port.
6. Then connect the power cable to the 1P-node and plug the adapter into
the wall outlet.
Meter cupboard example 2
1. Position the IPTV Coax Pro™ 1P-
node as close as possible to the
DMARC in the meter cupboard or
another place where the coaxial
cable enters our home.
2. Connect the 1P-node's COAX IN
to an available connector on our
passive splitter using a coaxial
cable (not supplied) with an F-
connector.
3. You can leave the To TV unused because the IP/internet signals are
also sent to our coaxial network via the 1P-node's COAX IN
connector.
4. Connect a CAT5 network cable (included) to our internet router and
connect the other end to the 1P-node's LAN port.
5. Then connect the power cable to the 1P-node and plug the adapter into
the wall outlet.

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TIP: After installation, use a spanner to check if the F-connectors are
sufficientl tightened until finger tight.
4.4 Connecting the 4P-node (living room)
Now create a network connection (IP/internet) on our existing coaxial
network in a room that has a coaxial connection. This ma be a wall outlet,
splitter, or the end of a coaxial cable.
1. Disconnect our TV’s (or
other device’s) coaxial cable
from the existing coaxial
connection.
2. Connect a coaxial cable (not
included) with an F-
connector to the now vacant socket and connect it to the 4P-node's
COAX IN.
3. Now attach the F-connector to IEC adapter (supplied) to the 4P-node's
To TV to reconnect the previousl disconnected cable to our TV (or
other device).
4. Connect a CAT5 network cable (included) to our device (IP set-top
box, SMART TV, Media Pla er, etc.) and the other to one of the four
LAN ports of the 4P-node. The built-in 4-port switch requires no further
configuration.
5. Then connect the power cable to the 4P-node and plug the adapter into
the wall outlet.
TIP: After installation, use a spanner to check if the F-connectors are
sufficientl tightened until finger tight.

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4.5 Checking the installation
To verif correct installation, a number of checks need to be performed on
both the 1P-node and the 4P-node.
1. Check that the POWER lamp is lit, indicating the node is powered.
2. Check that the LINK light is lit, indicating the 1P-node is connected
correctl to the 4P-node.
3. Check that the SIGNAL QUALITY light turns green, indicating the
signal qualit between the 1P-node and the 4P-node is ver good.
4. Check that the LAN light is lit or flashing, indicating that the unit is
connected or data is being transferred, respectivel .
In all other cases, please refer to Chapter 5, Frequentl Asked Questions.
4.6 se of the LPF-1000 coaxial filter
If ou use analogue or digital television via a coaxial cable, we recommend
using the supplied coaxial filter. This filter prevents network signals from
leaving our house (securit ) and reflects the signal back into the coaxial
network, improving the signal qualit . This filter does not affect our existing
coaxial signals such as TV, radio and telephon . Position the coaxial filter
directl at the point where the coaxial cable enters our home.

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5. FREQ ENTLY ASKED Q ESTIONS
Link and Signal Quality lights are not lit
The IPTV Coax Pro™ node is unable to make a proper connection with
another node on the coaxial network.
x Make sure the POWER light is lit on all IPTV Coax Pro™ nodes.
x The signal between the two IPTV Coax Pro™ nodes ma be too weak
to establish a connection. This ma be caused b bad connections or
poor qualit jacks (splitters, cables, connectors). Use high-qualit F-
connector jacks, cables and splitters wherever possible.
x Coaxial cables must not be bent, kinked or damaged.
x Please ensure that no active coaxial signal amplifiers are installed
between two IPTV Coax Pro™ nodes.
x Press and hold the RESET button for 10 seconds to restore the IPTV
Coax Pro™ node's factor settings.
Signal Quality indicator light turns red
The IPTV Coax Pro™ node is connected to another node on the coaxial
network. The signal qualit between the two nodes is adequate but not
maximal. This connection is stable and fast enough to connect our high-
bandwidth internet devices. Please note that adding multiple coaxial
splitters, cables or other connecting materials ma weaken the signal,
making the signal qualit inadequate and turning the indicator light off.
RESET:
x Hold 1 second to restart the IPTV Coax Pro™ node.
x Hold 10 seconds to restore the IPTV Coax Pro™ node to its factor
settings.
Still have an questions that have not been answered here? Please check
www.marmitek.com.