tron PA Series User manual

PA Series CATV Distribution Amplifiers
Model Bandwidth Powering
PA-X 4128R (42/54) 5-42 MHz / 54-1000 MHz 90-240 VAC
PA-X 4128R (65/85) 5-65 MHz / 85-1000 MHz 90-240 VAC
Instruction Manual
PA-X 41128R 1 GHz
English
1PA-X41128R v1.1 January ‘100
PA-X 41128RCATV Distribution Amplifiers with active return are
broadband indoor GaAsFET Push Pull, high output level distribution
amplifiers designed for RF distribution systems such as those in
Cable Television Apartments, Hotels, Hospitals and other applications
where ahigh quality low noise figure amplifier is necessary to amplify
the signals in both the forward and return paths.
Designed with flat operational gain of 41 dB in the forward band and
18 dB in the reverse band.The PA-X41128Rhas sockets for JXP
style plug-in controls, including input pad and equalizer and interstage
equalizer for forward bandwidth for balancing, and input pad plus
output pad and equalizer for reverse path balancing.
The amplifiers are self powered and compatible with 117 and 230V
systems.
FEATURES
•GaAsFET Push Pull
for high output
levels with low
distortions,
• Active reverse,
•JXP style plug-in
controls,
•RFI housing,
•Surge protection on
all ports,
•Diecast aluminum
housing for heat
dissipation,
•117 /230 volts
powering.
SPECIFICATIONS (Typical)
Typical, for T = 20ºC, Zin = Zout = 75Ω
Parameter Notes Forward Reverse Units
Bandwidth 54/85-1000 5-42/65 MHz
Technology GaAs GaAs
Min. Full Gain 41 18 dB
Flatness ±1 ±1 "
Return Loss, IN/OUT -16 -16 "
Test Points, IN/OUT directional coupler -20 -20 "
Gain Control JXP plug-in in in / out 0 to 20 dB, 2 dB steps
Slope Control JXP plug-in in / mid Out Forward: 3 to 13 dB
Reverse: 2 to 10 dB in 2
dB steps
Forward Distortions: 40/50 dBmV (54/1000 MHz) output level, 79 NTSC channels, digital at –6 dB after 550 MHz
CTB on ch78 -70 dBc
CSO on ch78 -72 "
Xmod on ch2 -73 "
Forward Distortions: 36/46 dBmV (54/1000 MHz) output level, 79 NTSC channels, digital at -6 dB after 550 MHz
CTB on ch78 -83 dBc
CSO on ch78 -74 "
Xmod on ch2 -80 "
Reverse Distortions: 52 dBmV flat output, 4 ch
3rd on T10 -68 "
2nd on T9 -65 "
Xmod on T10 -64 "
Noise Figure with 0 dB jumpers 67 (*) dB
Group Delay Ch2 <40 Nsec
41-42 MHz < 35 "
5-6 MHz < 40 "
Hum Modulation -80 dBc
RFI Isolation -100 "
Surge Withstand IN / OUT IEEEC62.41 Cat.A3 (6kV, 200A)
Powering Mains, 90-240 VAC
Power Consumption 15 Watts
Temperature -10 to +55 ºC
Enclosure IP54 Category, Diecast Aluminum
Weight 2.8 (6.2) kgs (lb)
Dimensions 21 x 17 x 9 (7-5/8 x 5-3/8 x 3) cms(in)
* Noise Figure at 5 MHz is max. 8 dB

PRECAUTIONS REQUIREMENT
Facilitate service and maintenance Allow a minimum of 35 in. (90 cm) clearance in front of the equipment rack(s).
Avoid direct heating or air conditioning If unavoidable, use deflector plates.
AC Power source outlets Locate equipment near sufficient outlets to provide power for test equipment and power tools.
Rack support Make certain rack supports are sufficiently rigid to support rack(s).
Building leakage Beware of dripping water onto equipment from leaky roofs, waveguide roof entries, and cold water pipe condensations.
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS TABLE
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder is provided to call the CATV System Installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to
the point of cable entry as practical.
INSTALLATION AND SETUP GUIDELINES
1. Gain & Cable Slope Controls are reachable under the cover. Refer to layout scheme for controls adjustment.
2. This product is shipped with default 0 dB pad for all plug-in attenuator and equalizers.
3. Before applying power to the amplifier make sure that the forward input level to the amplifier is not too high or damage to
the amplifier might occur.To be on the safe side, you should select the input fixed attenuator to max.value (20 dB) before
powering the PA.
4. Please check that the forward input and mid-stage fixed equalizers are set to 0dB as factory default values.
5. Now apply power to the amplifier and measure the amplifier forward output level at the 20 dB output test point.If it is very
low then adjust the value of input fixed attenuator until the desired output level is reached at the highest operating
frequency.Remember that the level measured at the test point is 20 dB lower than the real signal level.
6. Set the forward input equalizer value to adjust the output level to be flat across the full bandwidth.The input signal level will
now be flat too.Under this condition there will be best CNR across the full bandwidth.
7. Now install aplug-in equalizer into the forward mid-stage equalizer socket to get as close as possible to the desired output
signal slope.The desired output slope is deteined by your system design.Consult your system planner or your system
maps for this infoation.Equalizers are available in 2dB steps from 3to 13 dB at 1000 MHz.
8. If you are having trouble obtaining the expected output levels then check the input test point to verify that the levels are as
expected at the input of the amplifier.The forward set up is complete.
9. For the reverse path, inject into the forward output test point test carriers with the system design input signal level +20 dB
(because the test point has 20 dB loss) at each end of the upstream band.
10. Verify that the upstream reference test point (Note:this is commonly called the “X point” and it is measured at your node, or optical
receiver, or at the 1st downstream amplifier.Consult with your system designer) has the proper upstream output signal levels.If it does
not then select the appropriate fixed attenuator and equalizer and install them in the reverse amplifier output sockets.
11. Record the in/out operating levels and the pad and equalizers used in this station.
Block Diagram
English
WARNING: TO PREVENT SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
THIS APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING WATER AND NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS-I CONSTRUCTION. PLEASE ENSURE A CONNECTION TO MAINS SOCKET WITH A
PROTECTIVE EARTHING CONNECTION.
NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
REMEMBER TO REPLACE COVER AFTER ADJUSTING.
COVER MUST BE IN PLACE FOR CE, SAFETY AND PROTECTION.
CAUTION The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
you to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
The Lightning flash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert you to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the products
supplementary external power supply
enclusure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitude a risk of electrical
shock to persons.
Risk of Electric Shock
Do not Open !
PA-X 41128R v1.1 January ‘10
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