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- Page 1 MCM-55 300MHz VHF High-Gain Push-Pull Amplifier Installation and Operation Manual Operation www.picodigital.com Ph: 800-421-6511 Manual Rev. 03/13...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
To insure proper installation and operation, take a moment to read this guide before proceeding with the installation. If you have any ques- tions or comments about the MCM-55 300MHz VHF High-Gain Push-Pull Amplifier, please contact your dealer or have him contact the PICO MACOM Service Center at these phone numbers: 800-421-6511. - Page 3 Safeguards MCM-55 11. Power Sources: This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your appli- ance dealer or local power company.
- Page 4 54-300MHz range in smaller MDU, CATV or SMATV systems. Because of its high aluminum heat-sink maximizes heat dissipation for improved gain and low noise figure, the MCM-55 is also ideally suited for headend applica- reliability and corrosion resistance tions with low-level input signals. The hybrid module provides excellent heat sinking capabilities that are required for the reliability of a high output amplifier.
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Page 5: Specifications
-30 dB Power Requirements: 27 VAC 600 mA power adapter Operating Temperature: -10° to 50° C Dimensions: 8”(L) x 4 ”(D) x 2”(H) Weight: 2.8 lbs. Ordering Information MCM-55 - 300MHz VHF High-Gain Push-Pull Amplifier www.picodigital.com Ph: 800-421-6511 Rev. 03/13... -
Page 6: Operation And Controls
Operation and Controls MCM-55 Front Panel Gain Adjust: OUT: The amplified RF signal is available at this port. Adjust potentiometer for overall amplifier gain level. -20 dB Input Test Monitor: Tilt Adjust: Input test point is provided to monitor input level to the amplifier. -
Page 7: Installation Procedure
Connect an F type jumper cable from the OUTPUT connector of the MCM-55 to the distribution system. Plug the power cable into a polarized electrical outlet Connect a RF signal level meter to the MCM-55 OUTPUT test point connection and adjust the output level to match the distribution level require- ments. -
Page 8: Warranty Limitations
One Year Limited Warranty Pico Macom warrants to the original purchaser a full 1-year warranty period on all new products. Pico Macom will repair or, at its discretion, replace without cost to the original purchaser, the product which, upon inspection by Pico Macom, appears to be defective or not conforming to the Factory Specifications.