Applied Instruments 5112 User's Operation Manual

Multi-carrier signal generator

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Model 5112
Multi-Carrier Signal Generator
User Operation Manual
Revision 2.6
Date May 22, 2018

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  • Page 1 Model 5112 Multi-Carrier Signal Generator User Operation Manual Revision 2.6 Date May 22, 2018...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Model 5112 Operation Manual Applied Instruments Inc Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION......................3 1.1 Symbols Used......................3 1.2 Safety Instructions....................3 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................4 2.1 Front Panel.......................4 2.2 Rear Panel........................5 2.3 AC Operation......................5 2.4 Operating Conditions....................6 2.5 Water Ingress and Mounting..................6 3 SYSTEM CARRIER-TO-NOISE MEASUREMENT..........7 4 SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS...................8...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Applied Instruments Inc 1 INTRODUCTION The Model 5112 generates RF continuous wave signals for use as reference signals when aligning 2-Way CATV forward and return bands. This fully portable, battery-powered unit may be configured with one to four RF carriers. Up to six carriers may be used when all carriers are less than 180 MHz.
  • Page 4: Operating Instructions

    This powering may be from either the AC receptacle or the DC battery pack. 3. AC Charge LED - LED illuminates whenever the Model 5112 is connected through the AC receptacle to an AC source. The internal battery will be charged when the AC receptacle is connected to an AC source.
  • Page 5: Rear Panel

    Model 5112 Operation Manual Applied Instruments Inc 8. RF out - Female RF output F-connector with replaceable barrel. Connect to the cable system being tested. This port includes a blocking capacitor which will block DC or AC voltage up to 200 Volts. Higher voltages will damage the instrument.
  • Page 6: Operating Conditions

    Do not set up or use unit where liquids or other conductive materials are used. Ensure that no liquids are spilled into the unit. If water or other conductive material enters the enclosure, immediately turn off the unit and unplug it. Contact a qualified technician or return the unit to Applied Instruments for repair.
  • Page 7: System Carrier-To-Noise Measurement

    Model 5112 Operation Manual Applied Instruments Inc 3 SYSTEM CARRIER-TO-NOISE MEASUREMENT Carrier-to-noise ratio is a measurement of a carrier amplitude relative to the noise floor of the transmission system. This noise floor is created by the summation of natural thermal noise (-59.75 dBmV @25C.
  • Page 8: Servicing Instructions

    Be sure to disconnect from AC before opening unit. 4.1 Battery Replacement 1. Obtain a new battery pack from Applied Instruments. This pack includes a mounting bracket, cable and connector. Only the pack from Applied Instruments should be used to ensure safe operation.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Model 5112 Operation Manual Applied Instruments Inc 5 SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Frequency Range ..............5-1218 MHz Frequency Accuracy ............>= 0.01% Output Attenuator ................0-70 dB in 10 or 20 dB steps Individual Amplitude Adjustment (pot)........0-13 dB Amplitude Stability ............... + 0.5 dB/setting Residual Hum ...............
  • Page 10 Model 5112 Operation Manual Applied Instruments Inc Applied Instruments, Inc 5230 Elmwood Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46203 USA http://www.appliedin.com Tel: +1 (317) 782-4331 Tel (Toll-free within USA): (800) 244-2976 Fax: +1 (317) 786-9665 Email: info@appliedin.com...

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