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A PDF version of this manual can down loaded on the ASTRO website (there y be a more recent version). The ASTRO company confirms that the information in this manual was corr time of printing, but it rese rves the...
Configuring the return path...........page 16 Measurements..............page 17 Start-up................page 17 Troubleshooting..............page 18 Maintenance and repair............page 18 Block diagrams..............page 19 Technical data..............page 21 Drilling distances..............page 26 Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 3...
Symbols and conventions used Symbols and conventions used Symbols used in this manual Pictograms are visual symbols with specific meanings. You will encounter the following pictograms in this installation and operating manual: Warning about situations in which electrical voltage and non-obser- vance of the instructions in this manual pose a risk of fatal injuries.
EN 60728-11 and EN 62368-1. Unqualified persons are not permitted to install and operate the device. Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 5...
Device description Device description The device packaging contains the following: VARIO 561 O, VARIO 561 O PG11, VARIO 662 O, VARIO 683 O or VARIO 684 O broadband amplifier 0 dB pads for device configuration, inserted ...
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O and VARIO 684 O amplifiers have a CE marking. This confirms that the products comply with the relevant EC directives and adhere to the requirements specified therein. Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 7...
A PDF version of this manual can down loaded on the ASTRO website (there y be a more recent version). Check the packaging an the device for transport damage immediately.
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The device is operational when connected to the mains voltage. Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 9...
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Important safety information Adhere to all applicable national safety regulations and stand- ards. Excess mechanical loads (e.g. falling, impacts, vibrations) may damage the insulation used to provide protection from the mains voltage.
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They may also cause device malfunctions. Do not connect the supplied mains adapter to any other prod- ucts. Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 11...
The VARIO 561 O, VARIO 662 O, VARIO 683 O and VARIO 684 O amplifiers can be flexibly configured for future multimedia cable networks: 2 outputs (second output can be activated using various junc- ...
Now screw the device in place with screws that match the size of the wall plug. ESULT The module s i now installe and can b co nnected. Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 13...
Connection Connection REPARATION To connect the amplifier to coaxial cables, you must first fit them with F conn ectors Ohm. ctors are available in various desi gns, so that direct connectio n of different cable diameters is possible. The following describes how to connect the ampl ifier a coaxial ca-...
ESULT The device is now configured for the transmission of forward sig- nals. Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 15...
Configuring the return path Configuring the return path REPARATION To transmit return signals, the amplifie must first be configured ac- cordingly. The following describ es how to configure the amplifier for the trans- mission of return signals: Replace each of the zero cards of type VZ 1001 in the input and output with a VD 33 or VD 65 diplex filter.
Equalise the cable attenuation in the return path as needed by inserting the pad for the equaliser [7] in the return path (see left). Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 17...
Check whether the output level on the device is within the permissible limits for the operating level. If the problem cannot be resolved, please contact ASTRO customer service. Maintenance and repair ATTENTION It is essential that the following safety infor-mation be observed when performing ntenance and repair work.
≥ 18 (> 14 MHz -1,5 dB/Octave) In-/Outputs & Testpoints accord. EN 50083-2 Protection class IP 54, categorie 2 accord. DIN EN 60529 Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 21...
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≥ 18 (> 14 MHz -1,5 dB/Octave) In-/Outputs & Testpoints accord. EN 50083-2 Protection class IP 54, categorie 2 accord. DIN EN 60529 Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 22...
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5 - 65 MHz / 80 - 1000 Only the VD 65 diplex filter can be used with the VARIO 684. Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 23...
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Drilling distances Drilling distances Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 24...
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Drilling distances Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 25...
Drilling distances Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 26...
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Drilling distances Operating manual VARIO 561 O, 561 O PG11, 662 O, 683 O, 684 O - Version 01-2021A page 27...
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Internet: www.astro-kom.de All the information contained in this document has been checked in good faith. The ASTRO company cannot be held liable for any damage or injury arising in connection with the use of these operating instructions. Operating manual...
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