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- Page 1 PICO MACOM PICO-PRO/Q Digital QAM Signal Analysis Meter PICO-PRO/Q Owners Manual Read this manual thoroughly. Please keep this manual handy for future reference. For sales and support visit www.solidsignal.com or call 877.312.4547...
- Page 2 PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Accessories 1. Instrument (PICO-PRO/Q Meter) 2. Protection Case 3. Strap 4. External F Connector 5. Serial Data Cable 6. RS232 CD 7. Power Adapter Owners Manual...
- Page 3 PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Introduction PICO-PRO/Q Thank you for purchasing the Digital Signal Level Meter. We are sure that with proper use and care you will be very satisfied with your new test equipment. To ensure safe operation of this instrument, be sure to follow the warnings and precautions provided below.
- Page 4 PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Digital QAM Signal Analysis Meter PICO-PRO/Q The Pico-Pro/Q Signal Analysis Meter is a portable, high performance QAM or analog signal meter specifically designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of modern day CATV systems. The PICO-PRO/Q can test the CATV QAM or analog signals in the scan, spectrum or channel modes.
- Page 5 PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Features • Digital or analog measurement available in one instrument. • Supports Annex A (16, 32, 64, 128 and 256) and Annex B (16, 32, 64, and 256) QAM modes. • All channel range from channel T7 to 135 (5 – 860MHz). •...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1 General Information ...........................7 What’s the PICO-PRO/Q ...........................7 Identify Components ..........................7 Chapter 2 Operation Guide ............................8 Start-up ................................8 Menu .................................8 Settings ............................Learn User Plan ..............................8 Shutdown Time ..............................9 Date & Time ...............................9 Volume Setting ..............................9 Level Units ................................9 Select User Plan ...............................9... -
Page 7: Chapter 1 - General Information
PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Chapter 1 - General Information What’s the PICO-PRO/Q PICO-PRO/Q is a portable signal level designed for CATV use. The accuracy of the data is guaranteed by the RF signal processing system and MPU technology. This device can measure data for every technical parameter of the CATV system with its high-resolution color display. -
Page 8: Chapter 2 - Operation Guide
PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Chapter 2 - Operation Guide Start-up POWER When the Key is pressed, a short beep can be heard and the unit is enabled. The device will display information including the manufacturer, the meter type and the serial number. Menu When Menu Key is pressed, menu mode is entered and you can choose the measurement mode which is most suitable for your needs (Fig. -
Page 9: Shutdown Time
PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Shutdown Time In order to save power, the device has the function to shutdown automatically when it is in the idle status. Choose the “shutdown time” icon in the setup mode and press the Enter Key (Fig. 5). After that, press the Arrow Keys to choose the shutdown time you need and press Enter to save. -
Page 10: Edit User Plan
PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Edit User Plan You can edit the parameter of the channel plan including channel name, select or not, channel type, frequency, sound intermediate frequency of analog channel and center frequency, bandwidth, QAM and symbol rate. Type: Digi/Anal 1MHz –... -
Page 11: Measurement
PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Measurement Signal Measurement of Digital or Analog Channel Select the “Level” icon and press the Enter Key. The level measurement screen appears. Digital Channel If the channel in the selected plan is the digital type, the device will display digital channel signal level measurement. (Fig. -
Page 12: Automatical Measurement
PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Automatical Measurement Select the “AUTO” icon and press the Enter Key to enter the automatical measurement mode. The Function Key Icons’ Definition: : Edit : Delete : Start : Return Fig. 16 Press F1 to enter the auto project setting screen (Fig. 16), which contains the file name and five channels. -
Page 13: Scan Measurement
PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Scan Measurement Select the “SCAN” icon and press the Enter Key to enter the scan measurement mode. (Fig. 18) The Function Key Icons’ Definition: : Zoom In : Zoom Out : Save : Zoom In (Change Scale) : Zoom Out (Change Scale) : Pagedown Fig. -
Page 14: Trunk Line Voltage Measurement
PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Trunk Line Voltage Measurement Select the “VOLT” icon and press the Enter Key to enter the voltage measurement mode (Fig. 20). When the trunk line is charged with current, the meter will automatically recognize the voltage and distinguish “AC” from “DC”, displaying them on the screen. -
Page 15: Warranty
PICO-PRO/Q PICO MACOM Warranty Warranty Limitations This warranty excludes coverage of damage or inoperability resulting from (1) use or installation other than in strict accordance with Pico Macom’s written instructions, (2) disassembly or repair by someone other than Pico Macom or a Pico Macom authorized repair center, (3) misuse, misapplication or abuse, (4) alteration, (5) lack of reasonable care or (6) wind, ice, snow, rain, lightning, power surges, excessive heat, or any other weather conditions or acts of God. - Page 16 PICO MACOM Distributed by Solid Signal www.solidsignal.com 877.312.4547...
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