ATX SignalOn Series User Manual

RF Passive Modules1.2 GHzSignalOn® SeriesCCAP™CompliantInstallation & Operation Manual

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CHAPTER 1: GENERAL DESCRIPTIONFUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION2. Functional DescriptionFigure 6 shows a generic block diagram of a Splitter/Combiner without a

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CHAPTER 2: FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONPLANNING3. PlanningSeveral things need to be considered when planning for the location of the SignalOn Series chassi

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CHAPTER 3: PLANNINGCHASSIS INSTALLATION4. Chassis InstallationWarning: Never install equipment in a wet location or during a lightning storm.This se

4.1. Connect Chassis GroundThis procedure establishes a ground connection between chassis and the frame ground connection. Two frame ground terminati

4.2. Plug-in ModulesUse the following procedure to install modules in the SignalOn Series chassis.1. Making sure the ATX logo (or any other front pan

2. After each module is loaded into the chassis, refer to your work order, and connect the designated RF cables to the appropriate BNC or F connectors

4.4. Install Cable Designation Card (5RU Chassis)Slide designation card into plastic hinges mounted on the back of the door, see Figure 14. Cable des

SignalOn® Series is a registered trademark of ATX in the United States and/or other countries. Products or features contained herein may be covered by

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CABLE MANAGEMENT5. Cable ManagementUse the following guidelines when cabling modules in the chassis.NOTE: The Common (C) port on the new SignalOn Ser

5.1.3. General Considerations1. Route all cables through the side access slots before routing them through the cable management rings at the top of t

5.2. 2RU 8-Position Chassis CablingThe 2RU chassis has an optional adjustable cable management bracket. The bracket can be moved forward or back to a

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OPERATION6. OperationThere are no specic operating instructions for the passive components covered in this user manual. Once they are installed in th

6.1.2. DistributionFor traditional distribution applications (see example in Figure 19), the SignalOn Series modules provide the splitting function wi

MAINTENANCE7. MaintenanceMaintenance requirements for the SignalOn Series passive components covered in this manual are minimal, consisting merely of

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SPECIFICATIONS8. SpecicationsPhysical and environmental specications are noted in Table 1. Module specications are given in Table 2

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8-8 SignalOn® Series – RF Passive Modules - Installation & Operation ManualCHAPTER 8: SPECIFICATIONSObsolete ModulesSPECIFICATIONSASSE

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CHAPTER 8: SPECIFICATIONSSERVICE & SUPPORT9. Service & Support9.1. Contact ATX NetworksPlease contact ATX Technical Support for assistance

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About This ManualThe SignalOn Series is a modular system consisting of a 4-position, 8-position, or 20-position chassis and modules for combining and

PREFACE iv SignalOn® Series – RF Passive Modules - Installation & Operation ManualList of Acronyms and AbbreviationsThe acronyms and abb

PREFACEGENERAL DESCRIPTION1. General DescriptionThe SignalOn Series is a modular system allowing for combining and splitting of the headend signals i

1.2. Diplex Filter ModuleSignalOn diplex lter modules allow for passive band splitting of both forward, and reverse signals. Each module houses thre

CHAPTER 1: GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe 20-position chassis is 8.75 inches (22.23 cm) or 5 Rack Units (RU) high, designed for use in 19-inch EIA racks. mod