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MINISTAT-FOUR
5.3 What to Do in Case of Malfunction
Here is a list of actions that will help you return to normal operation in case a
problem occurs. Additional information on MiniStat-Four diagnostics appears in
Chapter 6
.
5.3.1 P
RELIMINARY CHECKS
Take these steps first:
1. Check that the MiniStat-Four is powered (SYNC indicator lights or flashes).
2. Check that cables are properly connected.
3. Check that the equipment connected to the MiniStat-Four is powered and
operates normally.
5.3.2 C
HECK
M
INI
S
TAT
-F
OUR
I
NDICATIONS
Refer to Table 5-2 as an aid in diagnosing problems with the MiniStat-Four.
5.3.3 C
HECK
C
ONFIGURATION
Check the configurations of the local and remote MiniStat-Fours and make sure
they correspond to the requirements of the equipment connected to the two
muxes’ sub-channels.
Table 5-2. MiniStat-Four indications.
Indication
Probable Cause
Action
ERR lit
MiniStat-Four problem
Turn the MiniStat-Four off,
then turn it on again. If ERR
indicator remains lit, replace
MiniStat-Four.
