PICO MACOM, INC.
PM45
The Pico Macom PM45 is a professional grade phase-locked loop synthesized
channelized-agile audio-video modulator.This modulator provides 45dBmV min-
imum output on CATV channels 2 to 125 (54-806 MHz) while accommodating
HRC and IRC offset frequencies. The PM45 features a composite audio-video
IF loop, which provides compatiblility with encoders, ghost cancellers, and
video-override applications.The unit can be reconfigured to any output chan-
nel by qualified service centers.This cost effective modulator can be used to
expand systems using PCM55, PCM555AW and PLM55 modulators beyond
300MHz, where the expansion does not require modulators with higher output
levels. The PM45 provides the greater frequency stability and higher adjacent
channel performance required in such expansions.The modulator is equipped
with a pre-emphasis disable switch which enables pass-through of high-fidelity
BTSC stereo signals where available. Its phase-locked loop frequency control,
and superior SAW filtering enhances stability, minimizes adjacent channel
interference and assures accurate and spurious free output. Superior out-of-
band carrier-to-noise performance is achieved through band-pass filtering at
the output amplifier.The PM45 is shipped with all internal adjustments preset.
FCC Docket 21006 offsets are standard. Pico Macom backs up this product
with its industry leading 5-year warranty.
PM45
806MHz Channelized-Agile PLL SAW-Filtered A/V Modulator
125-Channel Range
54-806 MHz (CATV 2-125)
45dBmV adjustable output for opti-
mum carrier-to-noise performance
Composite audio-video IF loop
provides compatibility with
encoders, ghost cancellers, and
video override applications
BTSC stereo compatible pre-
emphasis disable switch provides
pass-through for stereo signals
SAW filtered for superior adjacent
channel performance enables
drop-in channel expansion
Digital phase-locked loop (PLL)
design guarantees precise frequency
locking for solid drift-free operation
Front panel controls and test point
enables easy setup and monitoring
Audio and video over-modulation
indicators for quick performance
reference
In-band carrier-to-noise ratio >60dB
ensures superior picture quality
IRC and HRC offset available for
frequency settings in systems using
offset channels
Auxiliary AC outlet for convenience
806MHz Channelized-Agile PLL SAW-Filtered A/V Modulator
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