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PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE USING YOUR NEW
ARRIS BDA "PASSIVE RETURN" AMPLIFIER KIT
This amplifier is intended for use on cable TV systems or over-the-air (Antenna) systems, NOT
satellite.
Connecting this product to a satellite system can damage the amplifier and will void
the warranty. If you have a satellite system, please arrange a product return prior to
installation.
Antenna users: IF YOU HAVE A PREAMP or AMPLIFIED ANTENNA you should NOT use this
amplifier.
There are lots of good tips and OTA information at the website WWW.OTADTV.COM.
Please note:
If your amplifier is not working as expected, be sure that you have connected the amplifier properly as
shown above. Amplifier failures are very rare. However the amplifier only performs well if the input signal
is in good shape. If the input signal is weak, you may not get the results you expected.
Here are some things to look for if the product is not working as expected:
1. Is the green power LED on the amplifier lit?
2. Do the amplifier and power supply get warm after about ½ hour of use?
3. Does the picture improve, get worse, or stay the same?
4. Have you tried different cables to connect the amplifier? (bad cables/connectors are common problems).
5. Is the amplifier connected at a point as close as possible to where the cabling enters the house?
6. Have you connected it before other splitters and long cable runs degrade the signal?
ADDITIONAL NOTES ON USING AN ANTENNA:
This amplifier is compatible with HD signals, but you need to be careful when amplifying an HD antenna signal. This
product is designed to boost a signal for distribution purposes, but may provide mixed results if the incoming signal is
not strong enough. The amplifier cannot take a weak antenna signal and make it perfect. The amplifier will boost the
antenna signal, but it will also boost anything else that hits the antenna. This means that other unwanted signals
received by the antenna which normally won't cause any issue could cause problems after boosting. It is possible
that installing the amplifier could actually prevent reception of HD signals. Please see the next page.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
problems, etc.) the amplifier may not have the desired effect on your picture. In some
instances an amplifier may not be able to improve your picture.
If your poor TV picture is caused by other issues (weak input signal, cabling
Connections:
RF Input (top right)
FROM the cable company or from the antenna.
OUTPUTS (bottom)
toward your TVs and devices in the home.
Power 12VDC (top left)
power supply. Use a standard RG59 or RG6
coaxial cable, less than 100' long.
NOTE:
It is normal for the product to get warm or
even hot during normal operation. It is best to
mount in a well-ventilated area.
= The connection coming
= Amplifier outputs, going
= connection to the
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Summary of Contents for Arris BDA Series
- Page 1 PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE USING YOUR NEW ARRIS BDA “PASSIVE RETURN” AMPLIFIER KIT This amplifier is intended for use on cable TV systems or over-the-air (Antenna) systems, NOT satellite. Connecting this product to a satellite system can damage the amplifier and will void the warranty.
- Page 2 USING AN AMPLIFIER WITH AN HD ANTENNA? PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE INSTALLING. Our goal is to help you get better HD reception. As part of that we need to educate you a bit on what WILL and WILL NOT work when amplifying an HD signal. This amplifier is compatible with HD antenna signals, but you need to be careful when amplifying an HD antenna signal.
- Page 3 Broadband Telecommunications Drop Amplifier Installation Instructions 485855-001 Revision B...
- Page 4 ARRIS Enterprises, Inc. (“ARRIS”). ARRIS reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of ARRIS to provide notification of such revision or change.
- Page 5 I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s The Broadband Telecommunications Drop Amplifier (BDA) is a two-way, 1 GHz amplifier designed for customer premise amplification to compensate for long drops and excessive splitting losses.
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Page 6: Document Conventions
Figure 2 illustrates a functional block diagram of the BDA-** drop amplifier. Figure 2 Block diagram Forward path RF out 4 RF out 3 Internal input splitter RF out 2 RF out 1 and dc in Remote power/RF Return path dc out regulator Power... -
Page 7: Installation
Installation CAUTION ARRIS amplifiers are designed for an operating environment of -40°C to +60°C. The Mil Spec Hdbk 217 states that a 9°C increase in device operating environments will reduce the product’s reliability (and projected lifetime) by 50%. Therefore, you should take proper care to maximize airflow around the BDA100 and to minimize ambient temperatures, especially if you will be installing the BDA100 in an enclosed environment (e.g. - Page 8 Figure 3 illustrates a local power installation. Figure 3 Local power installation You can locate the BDA-** remotely in the basement or attic and power it from an ac outlet near the television. For best signal quality, install the BDA-** as close to the cable entrance as possible.
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Page 9: Specifications
Figure 4 illustrates a remote power installation. Figure 4 Remote power installation Specifications The following specifications apply to the BDA-S* drop amplifier: Table 1 BDA-S* specifications Forward Path Value Passband (MHz) 52 through 1000 Gain (dB) BDA-S1 14.0 minimum, 15.0 nominal BDA-S2 10.2 minimum, 11.0 nominal BDA-S4... - Page 10 Table 1 BDA-S* specifications (cont’d) Return Path Value Passband (MHz) 5 through 42 Insertion loss (dB) BDA-S1 –1.6 maximum, –1.0 nominal BDA-S2 –4.8 maximum, –4.4 nominal BDA-S4 –8.5 maximum, –8.0 nominal Input return loss (dB) 18.0 minimum, 25.0 nominal Output return loss (dB) 18.0 minimum, 25.0 nominal General ac power supply input...
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Page 11: Fcc Compliance
According to 47 CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers, ARRIS Enterprises, 3871 Lakefield Drive, Suwanee, GA 30024, U.S.A. declares under sole responsibility that the product identifies with 47 CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC Rules as a Class B digital device. - Page 12 Enterprises, Inc. (“ARRIS”). ARRIS reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of ARRIS to For additional technical support contact information, visit provide notification of such revision or change.
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